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In this interview the Jordanian singer Ruba Saqr speaks about the impact of music censorship -- and in particular: artists' self-censorship -- in the Middle East. She connects the music censorship issue with development problems in society in general -- in Jordan as well as in the rest of the Middle East. The interview was made by Freemuse for http://www.freemuse.org
Ruba Saqr - Jordan
Categories: Censorship of music 
Added: 222 days ago
By: antony
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Lagbaja is a Yoruba word that means somebody, nobody, anybody or everybody. It perfectly depicts the anonymity of the so called "common man". The mask and the name symbolize the faceless, the voiceless in the society, particularly in Africa. Once you see Lagbaja's mask you are reminded of your own facelessness. This symbolism is so powerful that Lagbaja's mask has popularized the use of the mask concept by other artistes both in Nigeria and beyond.Though the concept was developed long before that, his first album (entitled Lagbaja) was released to National acclaim in 1993. Over the years and more albums later, the music continues to fascinate with its unique focus on a core of African drums. His music is a product of various influences ranging from traditional Yoruba music to Jazz. Often the music is purely instrumental- an interplay between traditional Yoruba percussions, drums, chants, and western instruments, especially the saxophone. When there are lyrics, they are primarily sung in Yoruba, English or a blend of the two as is colloquially spoken in Yoruba cities. Many of his songs dwell on serious social issues, while others simply entertain. Some are dance inducing while others pass serious messages in humourous ways. One thing that links all the songs together is his use of traditional African drums. Traditional Yoruba drums are the most prominent. Four families of these drums are employed in creating different grooves and moods. The dundun/gangan family is the most prominent and at times up to five drummers combine all the various components to create the polyrhythms. The bata ensemble is led by two musicians who alternate between soft high toned driving rhythms with their omele bata, and thunderous loud talk with their mum drum- iya ilu. The general percussionist leads the sakara ensemble. The fourth family, used as the backbone of the groove is the ogido, a derivative of the ancient gbedu. The ensemble of drummers constitute the larger part of the band. Vocalists and western instrumentalists make up the rest. Lagbaja's groovy fusion has been refered to as afrojazz, afrobeat, higherlife and afropop until now that he himself has christened the music AFRICANO, alluding mostly to the central role of African drums and grooves in his music.In March 1997, Lagbaja established his club, Motherlan' in the heart of Ikeja in Lagos. Motherlan's design is influenced by the traditional African town or market square, where people gather under the moonlight for ceremonies and artistic events like dance, music, story telling, wrestling etc. True to this function, over the years, it has become a place for many comedians to polish their act in front of a demanding audience. With a serene gorge of beautiful trees and greens as background, the venue merges traditional Africa with the contemporary, creating the ambience of the countryside in the urban city. Lagbaja performs at Motherlan' every last Friday of the month to a full house of faithfuls. Lagbaja is fast emerging in the forefront of contemporary African music, rich in the traditions of the continent while cosmopolitan in attitude. He has started to take his music beyond the shores of Nigeria, performing in festivals and venues around the world.Lagbaja is out now on Blue Pie for the world. You can find out more on Lagbaja by visiting www.bluepie.com.au or by searching "lagbaja" at all leading digital retailers on the planet.
Lagbaja - The best African...
Categories: Films music and musicians 
Added: 222 days ago
By: devcode
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On Death Anniversary of Nisar Bazmi.From Wikipedia, the free encyclopediaNisar Bazmi Birth name Syed Nisar Ahmed Born 1 January 1924(1924-01-01) Origin Pakistani Died 22 March 2007 (aged 83) Genre(s) Contemporary instrumental Occupation(s) Composer & music director Years active 1944--2007 Nisar Bazmi (1924 -- March 22, 2007) was a respected music composer of the Sub-continent from Pakistan. Nisar Bazmi was responsible for introducing Alamgir to film music in Pakistan and the famous duo of Laxmikant-Piyarelal were musicians with him before the partition of South Asia. He was born in 1924 in Khandesh, Naseerabad, India . His father was Syed Qudrat Ali. He had no musical background. Nisar Bazmi's musical interest impressed the prominent Indian musician of Bombay, Khan Saheb Aman Ali Khan who taught him music. Equipped with artistic talent, young Nisar Bazmi, who was just 13 at the time, quickly mastered the various ragas, the musical instruments and took all music lessons to heart.In 1939, the All India Radio (A.I.R) hired him as an artist, which later proved to be a stepping stone for his future aspirations. The magic moment came in the year 1944 when he composed some songs for a drama, Nadir Shah Durrani, which was broadcast from the Bombay Radio Station. All the songs of this drama were hits. A new Indian film producer at that time was moved by Nisar Bazmi's composition and asked him to compose music for his film Jamna Par. After that he enjoyed a successful career in India, composing music for almost 40 flims, with 14 films released after he migrated to Pakistan on June 21, 1962. Once permanently settled in Pakistan, he resumed his music career by simultaneously composing songs for two movies. Director Raza Mir's movie Lakhoan Mein Aik's mega hit songs extol the virtues of Nisar's top rated composition.During his musical career in Pakistan he composed many hit songs for Runa Laila, Ahmed Rushdi, Noor Jehan and Mehdi Hassan. Nisar Bazmi received many Nigar Awards for his achievements.Our Dear Friend Inaam Nadeem pointed a few Songs involving Rafi sahab for Nisar Bazmi. Heres a list with thanx. 1.Ab Koyi Jaaye Kahan -Kar Bhala 19562.Badi Mushqil Se -Sache Ka Bol Bala 19584.3.Chale Kahan Leke Mera Dil -Kar Bhala 19565.Deewane Agar Magar Kaahe -Kar Bhala 19566.Dil Dhadka Mein Fadka -Halla Gulla 19557.Dil Pukaare Aana Na Tadapana -Halla Gulla 19558.Hone Wali Hoke Rahegi..Gavo Ek Tarana -Halla Gulla 19559.Jaa Tujhko Bulaayen.. Abhi Tho Dil Hai -Pyaara Dushman 195510.Jahan Nazaren Mili Dil Kho Jaata Hai -Pyaara Dushman 195511.Jeene Wale Tu Agar.. Hai Zindagi Ek Safar -Pyaara Dushman 195512.Jis Ka Palla Badi Dekh -Kal Kya Hoga (1958) 195813.Koyi Tirchi Nazar Se.. Teri Bhi Chup -Halla Gulla 195514.Kuch Bolo Zara Mukh Kholo Zara -Pyaara Dushman 195515.Main Hoon Banka Chhabila -Halla Gulla 195516.Mohobbat Aur Wafa Ki Kis Kadar ..Chanda Ka Dil -Khoj (1953) 195317.Nainon Ke Teer Jidhar Toot Pade -Halla Gulla 195518.O Dilruba Aa Nazar Mila -Kar Bhala 195619.O Gori Gaal Pe -Sache Ka Bol Bala 195820.Yeh Duniya Hai Aani Jaani -Pyaara Dushman 195521.Yun Na Chhedo Balam -Halla Gulla 1955RegardsDr.Bukhari
Khoj 1953 Rafi sings...
Categories: Films music and musicians 
Added: 222 days ago
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