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Afropop Worldwide for July 23, 2008
7:30 PM - 8:30 PM
[Program Website]
Today's Highlight: "Afropop Vignettes: Cuba"
Ever since 2003, when the current U.S. administration shut the door to any cultural exchange with Cuba (including allowing Cuban artists to tour the U.S.), it's been almost impossible to get a flesh and blood experience of this musically vibrant island. From back in the day when Afropop did annual research in Cuba, we remember the sounds and distinct musical spaces from our recordings of the classic son group, Los Tainos--live in Havana--a birthday celebration for the Afro-Cuban orisha San Lazaro (better known as Babalu Aye), the Tumba Francesa of Guantanamo, and others. Plus tasty classic tracks from Elio Revé, Dan Den, Benny Moré, and others.
A one-hour weekly showcase of music and information from Africa, the Caribbean, and the Americas. Hosted by Georges Collinet from Cameroon, Afropop Worldwide draws on an unprecedented array of reporters, artists, and cultural guides to present an hour that is authoritative, comprehensive, and hugely entertaining.
Afropop Worldwide blends a rich array of global music with lively interviews and insightful stories on world-class talents and the music they create. Each carefully crafted broadcast features live concert tape, exclusive interviews, visits to musicians' houses, urban ambiance from around the African Diaspora, and rare recordings.
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