Tune in to Grrls Groove this Thursday from 10-11pm, when I play my interview with the Queen of Dancehall, Lady Saw. The triple-platinum, Grammy-winning artist spoke to me backstage at the Montreal International Reggae Festival this weekend. She talked about her tomboy past and balancing motherhood with a message of 'slackness.' Don't miss this unique interview with Lady Saw!
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As a musician, I want to promote female artists who ROCK! Grrls Groove features music of many genres and origins, LIVE interviews & performances, artist spotlights, show previews and more.
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Posted by Emily Brass on August 9, 2010 in Blog entry | 0 comments.
Dobet Gnahoré kicked off the 24th Festival Nuits D’Afrique in fine form. Literally.
Propelling herself into mid-air, spinning on the floor like a breakdancer, and gyrating torso muscles you didn’t know existed, Gnahoré demonstrated the breadth of her talents, which are deeply rooted in the traditions of Africa.
Then there’s her voice. Deep and robust, it seems to emanate from within her soul, from an ancient place connected to shamans and tribesmen who came before.
Gnahoré is clearly comfortable in her own skin. A well-seasoned performer, her experience as an...
Posted by Emily Brass on July 15, 2010 in Article | 0 comments.
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Dobet Gnahoré kicked off the 24th Festival Nuits D’Afrique in fine form last night. Literally.
Propelling herself into mid-air, spinning on the floor like a breakdancer, and gyrating torso muscles you didn’t know existed, Gnahoré demonstrated the breadth of her talents, which are deeply rooted in the traditions of Africa.
Then there’s her voice. Deep and robust, it seems to emanate from within her soul, from an ancient place connected to shamans and tribesmen who came before.
Gnahoré is clearly comfortable in her own skin. A well-seasoned performer, her experience as an entertainer is a pleasure to behold as she moves between instruments and...
Posted by Emily Brass on July 14, 2010 in Blog entry | 0 comments.
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