Davy is back with another incredible musical journey, exploring the rich and diverse sounds of the world! Around the World with Davy Sims takes you beyond the charts and into the heart of global music, uncovering rhythms, melodies, and artists from every continent.

From the pulsating beats of Afrobeat and the passionate strains of flamenco to the haunting harmonies of Scandinavian folk and the infectious energy of Latin grooves, this show is a passport to musical discovery. Whether it’s legendary performers or emerging talents, Davy curates a sonic adventure that celebrates the incredible diversity of world music.

Tune in and let your ears travel across cultures, traditions, and stories—because great music knows no borders!

Davy Sims is back from holiday and ready to take you on another unforgettable journey of global sounds in Around the World. This week’s featured album is the breathtaking Pacífico Maravilla from Colombia’s Nidia Góngora, a record that celebrates the deep cultural traditions and vibrant rhythms of Colombia’s Pacific coast. With its blend of heritage, storytelling, and irresistible groove, it’s an album that perfectly captures the spirit of discovery at the heart of the show.

But the journey doesn’t stop there. Davy has unearthed a wealth of new music from every corner of the globe. You’ll hear fresh sounds from Finland, Greece, Hungary, Italy, Micronesia, and Mexico, alongside unique voices from North Macedonia, Prague, Réunion, Rwanda, Skye, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Texas, Ukraine, and Wales. Each track brings its own story, its own texture, and its own window into life, culture, and creativity from around the world.

Whether it’s contemporary folk from the European north, island rhythms from the Pacific, soulful voices from Africa, or experimental sounds that blur genres and traditions, Around the World with Davy Sims continues to uncover the music that transcends borders and connects us all.

So tune in, settle back, and let Davy guide you through a truly global playlist — a celebration of the richness and diversity of music from every continent.

Davy Sims is back behind the mic, ready to take you on another epic musical adventure across continents and cultures. This week on Around the World, Davy travels through some of our favourite global hot spots—soak in the rhythms of Brazil, the soul of Cuba, the groove of Mali, and the rich traditions of Portugal and Senegal.

But that’s just the beginning. You’ll also hear captivating sounds from Türkiye, Ukraine, Cape Verde, Catalonia, Georgia, Greece, India, Tunisia, and the island of Réunion—each bringing its own flavour and story to the global mix.

The featured album this week is Ilmateade from Estonia’s Duo Ruut, a stunning and innovative release that redefines what’s possible with minimal instrumentation and maximum creativity.

Tune in for a truly global listening experience with Davy Sims—where borders blur and music unites.