Skavoovie, fellow listeners! We are taking you to the island of Jamaica on this episode! From Kingston to Argentina, ska, the forerunner to reggae, continues to inspire musicians and fans in all corners of the planet.We had a blast playing, dancing and telling anecdotes about the origin of this genre that is so influential. Who would imagine that the tiny island of Jamaica could have the whole world under a musical spell? Well, it did and still does! Join the Global Ginga party and hit play!
Artists played include:
- Orquestra Brasileira de Música Jamaicana
- Chris Murray
- The Skatalites
- Zazí
- The Pepper Pots
- Playing for Change
- La Mosca
- Cafe Tacuba
- Skank
- King Changó
About us:
Global Ginga unites what geography and politics divide. We are a radio show (and podcast) that features music from around the world. But we are much more than a radio show, we are a grassroots movement, an event entertainer, a community partner. Created by Carla Leininger, from Brazil, Global Ginga aims to be a multicultural agent of social change through the sounds and fusion of world music. Featuring lounge and dance jams that make clear that quality music comes in all shapes, languages, colors and sounds, guests will hear traditional and underground hot blends of world dance and lounge rhythms -- a constant fusion of the best by the best.