Rivers, oceans, lakes, seas. Songs of water from around the world, because we all need it to live.
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Continue reading Songs of Water (#1183)
The West African harp hasn’t had the STG spotlight for a while, so we’ll take this week to focus on its magical sound, both solo and incorporated into groups and fusion music. Plus other global tunes in hour two.
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Continue reading Songs of the Kora (#1182)
Hear songs from the ten best new global releases, plus other music old and new in the second hour of the show.
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Continue reading Top 10 Global Albums, July edition (#1181)
Songs from the four big tournament finalists (Brazil, Argentina, Italy, and England) compete for the coveted STG trophy this week. Who’s your favorite?
Continue reading Euro 2021 & Copa America Musical Final (#1180)
We’re all captivated by Euro 2021 and/or Copa America, right? Here’s your soundtrack: songs about the beautiful game from artists in Europe and South America and beyond.
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Continue reading Great Global Football-Soccer Tunes (#1179)It’s the first week of summer (here in the north, anyway) and a great day to look back at the first albums from some well-known global musicians. What did they sound like when they were first starting out?
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Continue reading First Albums of Global Greats (#1178)
Songs from the ten best new global releases, plus other music old and new in hour two.
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Continue reading Top 10 World Music Albums, June (#1177)
Songs by and about chiefs this week, from Chief Stephen Osita Osadebe to Chief Ragga to other “big men.” Some are tribute songs, others … not so much.
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Continue reading Hail to the Chiefs (#1176)
A mix of great music from around the planet, both new and old.
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Continue reading Global Music Mix (#1175)
May 29 is the International Day of Peacekeepers, and we’ll celebrate with songs about peace and peacemaking from around the planet. May peace — built on justice, equality, and opportunity — prevail in your heart and in the world.
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Continue reading Global Songs of Peace (#1174)