Hello Imani is my Foundation,
On air this week is our encore of the popular
“La Bamba: The Afro-Mexican Story.”Much has been made of Mexico’s rich Spanish and indigenous heritage, but until recently, there’s been little talk of Mexico’s so-called “Third Root”: Africa. In this Hip Deep episode, we use music to explore that history as we
take a road-trip across the country in search of sonic traces of Afro-Mexico. Produced by
Marlon Bishop.
On the Blog- A
festival report from La Reunion. Saxon Baird gives us
an exploration into the origins of dancehall's "Fast Chat" toasting style. We interview rising star
Bombino.
We’re ramping up to
Afropop’s 25th Anniversary Gala Concert on September 19
th at the
City Winery in New York. The featured artist is
Bassekou Kouyate. Guesting with him will be Sudanese singing star
Omer Ehsas. We’re very excited that longtime accompanist to and protege of Ali Farka Toure, singer/songwriter/guitarist
Mamadou Kelly will perform. He is one of the most powerful young voices out of northern Mali today. His acoustic guitar playing is superb, he sings like an angel, and his songs address the multi-cultural realities of his troubled region. Backed by other veterans of Ali Farka’s legendary ensemble, Mamadou Kelly leads an ensemble with the nuance and precision of a string quartet, and the visceral rhythmic pull of a grade-A dance band.
This gala benefits Afropop’s mission and work. If you cannot make it on the 19
th, we encourage you to make whatever
contribution you can. Journalists can get more information
here. We will record the program for both radio and television specials.
-Sean and the Afropop Team
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