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Senegalese Musician Kya Loum on Heritage, Challenges, and Artistic Expression
Senegalese singer Kya Loum, known for her unique blend of traditional and international music, discussed her career and the challenges faced by women artists in Senegal during an interview following her performance at the Essaouira Gnawa and World Music Festival.
Senegalese Musician Kya Loum on Heritage, Challenges, and Artistic Expression
Senegalese singer Kya Loum, known for her unique blend of traditional and international music, discussed her career and the challenges faced by women artists in Senegal during an interview following her performance at the Essaouira Gnawa and World Music Festival.
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UK Bands Fuse African Rhythms with Global Sounds in New Albums
Three London-based bands, Nubiyan Twist, Kokoroko, and The Sorcerers, released new albums on July 13th and July 11th, 2024, respectively, blending African musical influences (amapiano, highlife, Ethiopian jazz) with British and other global sounds.
UK Bands Fuse African Rhythms with Global Sounds in New Albums
Three London-based bands, Nubiyan Twist, Kokoroko, and The Sorcerers, released new albums on July 13th and July 11th, 2024, respectively, blending African musical influences (amapiano, highlife, Ethiopian jazz) with British and other global sounds.
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Paris Concert Raises Funds for DRC Violence Victims
A charity concert at Paris' Accor Arena, postponed due to controversy over its initial date coinciding with the Rwandan genocide memorial, will feature 30 Congolese and other African artists performing pro bono to raise funds for victims of violence in eastern DRC, with proceeds channeled through Da...
Paris Concert Raises Funds for DRC Violence Victims
A charity concert at Paris' Accor Arena, postponed due to controversy over its initial date coinciding with the Rwandan genocide memorial, will feature 30 Congolese and other African artists performing pro bono to raise funds for victims of violence in eastern DRC, with proceeds channeled through Da...
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Burkina Faso's Musical Diversity: Three New Albums Showcase Innovation and Tradition
Three new albums from Burkina Faso artists—Kanazoé Orkestra's Balabeatz (blending balafon with urban music), Diya Faso's Dounuya (celebrating peace in Manding music), and Kaito Winse's Reele Bumbou (showcasing griot traditions)—were released in early 2024, highlighting the country's diverse musical ...
Burkina Faso's Musical Diversity: Three New Albums Showcase Innovation and Tradition
Three new albums from Burkina Faso artists—Kanazoé Orkestra's Balabeatz (blending balafon with urban music), Diya Faso's Dounuya (celebrating peace in Manding music), and Kaito Winse's Reele Bumbou (showcasing griot traditions)—were released in early 2024, highlighting the country's diverse musical ...
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Ivorian Rapper Himra's Platinum Success
Himra, a 27-year-old Ivorian rapper, achieved platinum status with his album "Jeune et riche," blending US drill with Ivorian "nouchi" argot, defying initial skepticism and achieving mainstream success in 2024.
Ivorian Rapper Himra's Platinum Success
Himra, a 27-year-old Ivorian rapper, achieved platinum status with his album "Jeune et riche," blending US drill with Ivorian "nouchi" argot, defying initial skepticism and achieving mainstream success in 2024.
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Tinariwen's Desert Blues: From Refugee Camp to Global Stage
Tinariwen, a group of Touareg musicians from Mali, created desert blues music in a Tripoli refugee camp in 1985, blending traditional styles with Western and Arabic influences; its popularity spread through cassette tapes and later achieved international success.
Tinariwen's Desert Blues: From Refugee Camp to Global Stage
Tinariwen, a group of Touareg musicians from Mali, created desert blues music in a Tripoli refugee camp in 1985, blending traditional styles with Western and Arabic influences; its popularity spread through cassette tapes and later achieved international success.
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Flavour N'abania: Highlife's Global Rise
Nigerian Highlife musician Flavour N'abania's recent Warner Music deal follows a successful career built on modernizing Highlife, achieving initial fame in Eastern Nigeria before expanding across Africa and internationally, culminating in a sold-out OVO Arena Wembley show.
Flavour N'abania: Highlife's Global Rise
Nigerian Highlife musician Flavour N'abania's recent Warner Music deal follows a successful career built on modernizing Highlife, achieving initial fame in Eastern Nigeria before expanding across Africa and internationally, culminating in a sold-out OVO Arena Wembley show.
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32% Bias Score
Rio Loco's 30th Anniversary: A Decolonized Approach to World Music
The 30th anniversary of Rio Loco festival in Toulouse, France (June 11-15) features a diverse lineup of African and Afro-diasporic artists, challenging 'world music' conventions and promoting cultural exchange, with established artists like Salif Keita, Angelique Kidjo, and Youssou N'Dour, alongside...
Rio Loco's 30th Anniversary: A Decolonized Approach to World Music
The 30th anniversary of Rio Loco festival in Toulouse, France (June 11-15) features a diverse lineup of African and Afro-diasporic artists, challenging 'world music' conventions and promoting cultural exchange, with established artists like Salif Keita, Angelique Kidjo, and Youssou N'Dour, alongside...
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Three Central African Artists Vie for Kunde Award
Three Central African artists, B-One Shakazulu (Congo), Emmaa (Gabon), and Bad Nova (Cameroon), are nominated for the Best Central African Artist award at the 23rd Kunde Awards in Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso on April 25th, showcasing their significant national and international achievements.
Three Central African Artists Vie for Kunde Award
Three Central African artists, B-One Shakazulu (Congo), Emmaa (Gabon), and Bad Nova (Cameroon), are nominated for the Best Central African Artist award at the 23rd Kunde Awards in Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso on April 25th, showcasing their significant national and international achievements.
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Death of Malian Guitarist Amadou Bagayoko
Malian musician Amadou Bagayoko, of the acclaimed duo Amadou & Mariam, died at age 70 on April 4th in Bamako after a long illness; his funeral was held April 6th, marking a significant loss for African music.
Death of Malian Guitarist Amadou Bagayoko
Malian musician Amadou Bagayoko, of the acclaimed duo Amadou & Mariam, died at age 70 on April 4th in Bamako after a long illness; his funeral was held April 6th, marking a significant loss for African music.
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Cellist Abel Selaocoe's "Hymns of Bantu" Blends Classical and African Traditions
Abel Selaocoe's new album, "Hymns of Bantu," uniquely blends classical cello with African vocal traditions, including throat singing, challenging genre conventions and highlighting the artist's South African heritage. This innovative fusion has garnered critical acclaim.
Cellist Abel Selaocoe's "Hymns of Bantu" Blends Classical and African Traditions
Abel Selaocoe's new album, "Hymns of Bantu," uniquely blends classical cello with African vocal traditions, including throat singing, challenging genre conventions and highlighting the artist's South African heritage. This innovative fusion has garnered critical acclaim.
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Tems Wins Second Grammy, Sparking Debate on African Representation
Nigerian singer Tems won the Best African Music Performance Grammy for her song "Love Me Jeje," marking her second Grammy win and sparking discussions about cultural representation in global music awards.
Tems Wins Second Grammy, Sparking Debate on African Representation
Nigerian singer Tems won the Best African Music Performance Grammy for her song "Love Me Jeje," marking her second Grammy win and sparking discussions about cultural representation in global music awards.
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