Putumayo began in 1975 as a Latin American handicraft shop in New York City. In 1991, the founder, Dan Storper on his return from Indonesia Dan stopped in San Francisco where in Golden Gate Park he happened upon an African band named Kotoja – who was performing upbeat Afro-beat music to a happy, dancing crowd. That chance occurrence led Dan to start the Putumayo World Music record label with his friend Michael Kraus in 1993.

For the past 30 years, Putumayo World Music has become known for its joyful compilations of international music, featuring album covers illustrated by British artist Nicola Heindl.

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Acoustic Café 
A captivating collection of singer/songwriters from the US, Canada, South Africa and Australia.

Acoustic France
Experience the romance and charm of Paris and the French countryside, a CD collection featuring contemporary chanson and acoustic pop by established stars and up-and-coming artists from today's thriving French music scene.

Acoustic Yoga
A peaceful musical journey that will soothe your mind and ease your soul.

Americana
From Austin to Asheville, contemporary singer-songwriters explore America’s rural musical roots.

Euro Lounge
A cool collection of continental chill-out classics, featuring Arling and Cameron, Thievery Corporation , Gare Du Nord and more.

Latin Jazz
A captivating compilation that brings together Afro-Cuban rhythms and jazz stylings by the masters of Latin Jazz.

Mali
Discover the captivating music of this ancient West African land.

Native America
Haunting flute music and entrancing vocals reveal the power of contemporary Native American music from the U.S. and Canada.

Puerto Rico
Exhilarating bomba, plena, salsa, and son from The Island of Enchantment.

Women of Africa
Soulful and Inspirational music by many of Africa's greatest female artists.

Women of Jazz
Jazz meets acoustic pop on this collection featuring exceptional female vocalists from the U.S. and Canada.

World Groove
A global party featuring cutting-edge world dance music, electronica, R&B and more.

Yoga Lounge
A transportive musical Journey weaving together world instruments, light electronica, ambient grooves and enchanting mantras to soothe body and spirit.

Zydeco
Travel with us to Southwest Louisiana for an unforgettable musical adventure.