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This ain't Texas, it's Africa
Manage episode 451213952 series 1511703
As Black country music is having its moment, Hana has always wondered why her Sudanese mom loved Kenny Rogers, Willie Nelson and Dolly Parton. You can hear country music playing in cafes in African capitals. There is a love of American country music among our African elders, many say they grew up with it.
While for many, country music is associated with white culture and isn't relatable, for many African elders it holds a very special place in their hearts. Why?
We explore the surprising histories and the appeal, and follow the story of legendary Ivorian country music duo Peter One & Jess Sah Bi.
This ain't Texas. It's Africa.
118 επεισόδια
Manage episode 451213952 series 1511703
As Black country music is having its moment, Hana has always wondered why her Sudanese mom loved Kenny Rogers, Willie Nelson and Dolly Parton. You can hear country music playing in cafes in African capitals. There is a love of American country music among our African elders, many say they grew up with it.
While for many, country music is associated with white culture and isn't relatable, for many African elders it holds a very special place in their hearts. Why?
We explore the surprising histories and the appeal, and follow the story of legendary Ivorian country music duo Peter One & Jess Sah Bi.
This ain't Texas. It's Africa.
118 επεισόδια
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