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Singer Natalia Barbu from Moldova did not get into the contest's final this year. Screenshot ofthe video from Eurovision Song Contest YouTube channel. Fair use. Independent Moldovan news outlet Newsmaker wrote about what Moldova was proud of during the latest Eurovision contest. Global Voices translated the article, edited it for clarity and republished with permission from Newsmaker. Even if Moldova did not make it to the final of Eurovision 2024, viewers and the jury from Moldova had the opportunity to vote for participants from other countries. Viewers and the jury from Moldova awarded the ...
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Jazz May Festival. Author: Donatas Dapkus. CC BY-SA 3.0 International Jazz Day is celebrated on April 30. The date has been chosen at the initiative of UNESCO and celebrated since 2011, under the premise that this musical genre is capable of ‘promoting peace, dialogue, and mutual understanding.’ Independent media outlet ‘Novaya Vkladka’ examined the jazz festivals in different regions of Russia and their fate. Some projects ceased to exist after the start of the Russian war with Ukraine, while others continue to be held, albeit often dependent on local authorities and state grants. Global Voic...
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Bi Kidude performing with the the Culture Musical Club orchestra at Afrikafestival Hertme 2009 in Zanzibar. Screenshot from YouTube video, ‘Culture Musical Club & Bi Kidude – Jua Toka – LIVE at Afrikafestival Hertme 2009′ by AfricanMusicFestival. Fair use. From traditional rhythms to modern genres, Tanzanian music has transcended mere melodies, assuming multifaceted roles that reflect the country's diverse heritage and socio-political landscape. The rich history of music in Tanzania unveils a captivating narrative of resilience, resistance, celebration, and unity, illuminating the profound imp...
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Screenshot from YouTube video, ‘Innoss'B Ft Diamond Platnumz – Yope Remix (Official Music Video)‘ by Diamond Platnumz. Fair use. In 2021, Tanzania's Diamond Platnumz became the first Sub-Saharan African singer to receive 1 billion views on his YouTube channel. That same year, Zuchu became the first woman artist in East Africa to reach 1 million subscribers. One of the hallmarks of Tanzanian music is its ability to blend traditional elements with modern influences, creating a unique sonic tapestry that resonates with listeners around the world. For over a decade, popular Tanzanian artists, incl...
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A screenshot of Shouts – Music from the rooftops’ homepage logo. Used with permission. Music is one of the few mediums that can often transcend taboo, language differences and societal stratification. Global Voices interviewed Halldor Kristínarson, founder of the activism and music journalism project Shouts – Music from the Rooftops! about his work, the role of music in making meaningful change, and starting conversations. At Shouts, Hallador routinely covers issues such as Indigenous music preservation, sexism in the music industry, and civil disobedience through song. This interview has been...
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