What is artistic freedom and what does it mean for artists and musicians? What happens when a musician or an artist gets jailed for sharing their art? Based on FREEMUSE 2020 report 978 acts of violations of artistic freedom took place in 89 countries and online spaces. 17 artists were killed, 82 were imprisoned and 133 detained.

Gaurav Narula (@gaurav) from the WOMEX team speaks with Srirak Plipat, executive director of FREEMUSE(Freedom of musical expression) an international NGO advocating freedom of expression for artists and musicians worldwide, documenting violations of their rights to freedom of expression, and offers support and assistance to persecuted musicians.

All the music featured in this podcast was hand-picked by Srirak Plipat. In order of appearance:

WOMEX Podcast | Chai Break | with Srirak Plipat, Freemuse, Defending Artistic Freedom

Interested in knowing what it takes to be a DJ? How a DJ finds and selects music for their parties? What are the ups and downs of being a musician and what do they do when doubts and insecurities take over their creativity?

Gaurav Narula (@gaurav) from the WOMEX team speaks with DJ Rachael aka Rachael Kungu (@djrachael_omni) from Uganda; one of the first female DJs to come out of Africa who made it big internationally. She is a singer, producer, performer and also the founder of Femme Electronic - a movement that supports female DJs and electronic music producers.

All the music featured in this podcast was hand-picked by Dj Rachael. In order of appearance:

Ebo Taylor, Pat Thomas, Henrik Schwarz - Eye Nyam Nam 'A' Mensuro (Henrik Schwarz Blend)
Sarabi - Koko's Vibration
DJemma - 
Silvano Del Gado - From Jamaica to Brasil
Ku Bo - Kaggua (feat. Tshila)
Dennis Ferrer - Transitions
Dj Rachael & Kastimo - Bamulete - (Scraych Dance Remix)

WOMEX Podcast | Chai Break | With DJ Rachael, Uganda

In this episode, we are speaking with - a legendary music producer, writer, filmmaker, musical curator, and master storyteller —Joe Boyd. From introducing the world to groundbreaking acts like Pink Floyd, Nick Drake, and Fairport Convention to his major role in promoting folk, world, and traditional music, Joe has left an indelible mark on the industry.

We explore Joe’s remarkable musical journey to his second and the latest book called: And the Roots of Rhythm Remain - A Journey Through Global Music.

Faber: https://www.faber.co.uk/product/9780571360000-and-the-roots-of-rhythm-remain/
The Guardian review: https://www.theguardian.com/books/article/2024/aug/19/and-the-roots-of-rhythm-remain-a-journey-through-global-music-by-joe-boyd-review-the-proust-of-music

All the music featured in this podcast is suggested and produced by Joe Boyd.

Geoff & Maria Muldaur - Brazil 
Kate & Anna McGarrigle - Complaint pour Ste Catherine 
Dudu Pukwana - Joe's Jika
Trio Bulgarka/Balkana - Strati Angelaki
Nick Drake - One of These Things First
Taj Mahal/Toumani - Queen Bee
Fotheringay - The Sea
Cubanismo - Pa que Gozen

WOMEX Podcast | Chai Break with Joe Boyd, Music Producer, Writer, Curator, Film Producer

Ever wondered what it takes to be an artist booker for a live venue or a music festival? How to get booked as an artist for an international music festival? How to be a success artist booker?

Gaurav Narula (@gaurav) from WOMEX team speaks with Peter Hvalkof, Roskilde Festival and ALICE in Copenhagen, one of Denmark's most successful artists bookers.

All the music featured in this podcast is suggested by Peter Hvalkof. In order of appearance:

Youngjeonggeori - Ak Dan Gwang Chil
Brestiskvaedi - Dreamer's Circus
Palmyra - Nadah El Shazly
Aha Land of Kush, Nadah El Shazly
God Is - Ustad Saami

WOMEX Podcast | Chai Break | With Peter Hvalkof, Artist Booker, Roskilde Festival

Want to know how does an indie music label functions? How do old vinyl records get re-issues? What makes an indie label sign an artist? Do music labels breakeven on their releases?

Gaurav Narula (@gaurav) from the WOMEX team speaks with Cyril Yeterian, founder of Bongo Joe Records (@bongojoerecordshop), a music store, cafe and a venue based in Geneva, Switzerland and the band @cyril-cyril-music

All the music featured in this podcast was hand-picked by Cyril Yeterian. In order of appearance:

Alain Peters - La Rosée Si Feuilles Songes
Max Cilla - La Flute Des Mornes
Derya Yildirim & Grup Simsek - Haydar Haydar
Pedro Lima - Maguidala
Altın Gun - Goca Dunya
Cyril Cyril - Le Cavalier Riant
Meridian Brothers - Los Golpeadores De La Cumbia
Walter Gavitt Ferguson - Lock Up Me Neighbour



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WOMEX Podcast | Chai Break | With Cyril Yeterian, Founder, Bongo Joe Records

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