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'Songs of US.': New series highlights songs that have shaped the country's cultural identity

Liza Levy, the President of nonprofit artist support organization ‘Salt Lick Sessions,’ joins Morning Joe to discuss ‘Songs of U.S.,’ a new performance and conversation series bringing together ...
The New York Times

As Ukraine Rebuilds Its Identity, Folk Songs Are the New Cool

Faced with Russia’s efforts to erase Ukrainian culture, people have embraced traditional music as a way to reconnect with their past and affirm their identity. Roksolaniya, a traditional Ukrainian ...
SF Station

Voices of Identity: Songs of the Jewish Diaspora

Immerse yourself in a rich tapestry of Jewish music from around the globe at a concert with acclaimed pianist Allegra Chapman and operatic soprano Sara LeMesh. Voices of Identity: Songs of the Jewish ...
Jazz

Terri Lyne Carrington + Social Science Releases New Single 'Identity Song' In Support Of The Queer Communities

Today, GRAMMY-nominated ensemble Terri Lyne Carrington + Social Science released the entrancing new single “Identity Song,” from the forthcoming album Trip the Night Fantastic (out July 31 via Candid ...

The songs that reflect the complex and sometimes contradictory identity of America

On the eve of America's 250th birthday, NPR's Juana Summers talks with NPR Music's Stephen Thompson and Sheldon Pearce about songs that reflect the country's complex identity.
Irish Central

Writing the songs of our ancestors - A reflexive exploration of identity

“Where’s is the accent from?” That’s been the single most confusing question of my entire life. I know the moment it is asked the answer will be judged, calculated and assessed. I’ve learned to answer ...