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🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Ajulu reflects on roots in ‘Echezona’

Nigerian singer Ajulu discusses his new single 'Echezona' and the creative process behind his upcoming album, emphasizing the importance of remembering one's roots.

Feb 28 • 00:52 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

Tarmo Linnas. A clergyman who loves cats and punk

The article explores the life and ancestry of Tarmo Linnas, a clergyman from Estonia with deep historical roots and a fondness for both cats and punk music.

Feb 27 • 22:01 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

María José Llergo, to the root: "I am from the countryside, I have a donkey in Pozoblanco, and I grew up singing to the animals, it is an obligation to preserve that"

María José Llergo discusses her countryside roots and the importance of preserving cultural heritage in her music career.

Feb 27 • 21:42 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Bruno Mars: what The Romantic is like, the new album in which he continues to declare his love for love

Bruno Mars is set to release his new album 'The Romantic,' showcasing his love-themed songs and Latin roots, just ahead of his upcoming world tour.

Feb 27 • 13:16 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

Laur Joamets: I have been lucky to make a living as a musician

Guitarist Laur Joamets shares his experiences and future plans in the music industry, discussing his dual life as a performer in the US and his roots in Estonia.

Feb 26 • 14:36 UTC
🇮🇹 La Repubblica
National & Local

Sayf at Sanremo: 'I practice Ramadan and turn Italy upside down with Silvio Berlusconi'

Sayf, a contestant at the Sanremo Music Festival, discusses his Tunisian roots, references Silvio Berlusconi, and mentions practicing Ramadan amidst the festival's frenzy.

Feb 25 • 13:38 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

'Always the one who collected': The story behind 'The Bad Guy of the Bronx', the nickname of Willie Colón

Willie Colón, a renowned salsa musician, is celebrated not only for his music but also for the nickname 'The Bad Guy of the Bronx', representing his roots and cultural identity.

Feb 21 • 20:07 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Samba and bossa nova are in the roots of the salsa that Bad Bunny will sing in Brazil

The cultural significance of Brazilian music, particularly samba and bossa nova, heavily influences Puerto Rican artist Bad Bunny's music and upcoming performance in Brazil.

Feb 19 • 21:43 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Eurovision gifted Aika with a family: she returns to the semifinals with a song about inner strength

Lithuanian singer Aika reflects on her personal journey and the symbolic significance of her participation in Eurovision, which brought her back to her roots and inspired her current work.

Feb 19 • 07:28 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Premio Lo Nuestro 2026: nominees, what time it is and where to watch live

The 38th edition of the Premio Lo Nuestro awards is set to honor the best in Latin music, featuring over 30 categories and a strong emphasis on cultural roots.

Feb 18 • 16:30 UTC
🇲🇽 Milenio (ES)
National & Local

"We Always Play with a Lot of Passion": Los Acosta

Los Acosta, a band from San Luis Potosí, Mexico, is evolving its sound while preserving its cultural roots through a new rendition of "Hechizo Mortal" within the Latin rock genre.

Feb 14 • 19:28 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Lazzo sings in a VIP box and celebrates black culture: 'You have to put your foot on the ground to feel the roots'

Lazzo Matumbi performed at the Carnaval in Salvador, emphasizing the importance of black culture and ancestry through his music.

Feb 14 • 02:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Rock, pop, and memory: how frevo renews itself without losing tradition at carnival

The frevo genre continues to evolve while preserving its traditional roots in the streets of Recife, with new artists integrating diverse musical styles into their craft.

Feb 11 • 18:36 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

Lord Kossity: 'Rap is an art, and the younger generation is doing everything but rap'

In an interview, veteran rapper Lord Kossity critiques the current state of rap, expressing concern that the younger generation is straying from the genre's authentic roots.

Feb 11 • 16:53 UTC
🇨🇿 Aktuálně.cz
World

Lavrov Received a Surprising Gift from the Swiss. It is to Remind the Russians that They Belong to Europe

Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov received a music box from Swiss Foreign Minister Ignazio Cassis as a reminder of Russia's European roots during a meeting in Moscow.

Feb 11 • 14:15 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

How Banda Eva, with Felipe Pezzoni, seeks space beyond 90s nostalgia

Banda Eva, under the leadership of Felipe Pezzoni, aims to expand its influence and relevance beyond its nostalgic roots in 90s axé music while celebrating its legacy.

Feb 11 • 07:00 UTC
🇨🇿 Deník N
National & Local

Benito Bowl? Yes! Bad Bunny reminded us who America really belongs to

Bad Bunny's performance at the NFL Super Bowl celebrated Latino culture and highlighted his Puerto Rican roots.

Feb 9 • 16:20 UTC
🇮🇸 RUV Frettir
World

Love Letter to Origin: Bad Bunny's Joyful Performance at the Super Bowl Half-Time

Bad Bunny delivered an electrifying performance during the Super Bowl halftime show, celebrating his cultural roots.

Feb 9 • 09:55 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

The historic halftime show of Bad Bunny with a complete nod to Latinos: "Together we are America"

Bad Bunny made history as the first solo Latin artist to headline the Super Bowl halftime show, celebrating his Puerto Rican roots and delivering a unifying message for the Americas.

Feb 9 • 02:14 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
National & Local

From campfire songs to a stadium-size solo show: Xavier Rudd levels up

Australian musician Xavier Rudd is preparing for his first-ever performance in Echuca as part of the Riverboats Music Festival, reflecting on his musical journey and childhood memories of the town.

Feb 7 • 18:30 UTC
🇬🇷 Proto Thema
Life & Tech

Ricky Martin after Bad Bunny's triumph at the Grammys: You won without erasing your roots

Ricky Martin praised Bad Bunny's Grammy success in a heartfelt open letter, highlighting his commitment to his Puerto Rican roots as an artist.

Feb 6 • 13:00 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
World

Mega Stories: Nikos Xylouris - The voice that became the soul of a people

Nearly half a century after his death, Nikos Xylouris remains an enduring symbol of dignity, associated with Crete and the struggles of an entire generation, as MEGA Stories explores his legacy in a special tribute journey across his roots.

Feb 6 • 11:55 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
Life & Tech

GØYA: concert with the Šiauliai big band - an evening long in preparation

The concert merges GØYA's personal history with a deliberate return to jazz roots, offering a fresh life to the songs through the big band's sound.

Feb 6 • 11:41 UTC
🇫🇷 France24
Life & Tech

Yodelling taken to new heights: Swiss folk singing adapts to modern era

Swiss yodelling is evolving beyond its traditional roots to embrace contemporary influences.

Feb 6 • 10:35 UTC
🇲🇽 Milenio (ES)
Life & Tech

Juanes will launch 'JuanesTeban', his new album that allows him to return to 'a place of light and joy'

Colombian singer Juanes announced the release of his twelfth studio album 'JuanesTeban' on March 6, which he describes as a return to a place of joy and his musical roots.

Feb 4 • 16:31 UTC
🇪🇸 elDiario.es
Life & Tech

How 'Golden', the hit of 'The K-Pop Warriors', was composed? This 90s song was a great inspiration for its creators

The article explores the composition of 'Golden', the successful song from 'The K-Pop Warriors', highlighting its roots in a popular 90s track and its unexpected rise to fame as part of a blockbuster film.

Jan 15 • 08:00 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
World

Samir Jubran: Music is Our Most Beautiful Weapon to Protect Our Palestinian Identity

Artist Samir Jubran states that music is the most beautiful weapon to protect Palestinian identity, highlighting the cultural roots of his band, Trio Jubran, during their recent concert in Istanbul.

Jan 11 • 08:26 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
Life & Tech

The Stubborn Head of John Fogerty

The article discusses the bittersweet history of Creedence Clearwater Revival, highlighting their roots from the less prestigious town of El Cerrito, California.

Jan 5 • 04:30 UTC
🇪🇸 ABC
Life & Tech

The Return of Daniel Sánchez Arévalo: 'I Have Felt Like a Director Again with 'Rondallas'

Filmmaker Daniel Sánchez Arévalo makes a return to his roots with the comedic film 'Rondallas,' filled with humanity, music, and memorable characters.

Dec 31 • 05:11 UTC
🇪🇸 ABC
Life & Tech

New Year’s Concert in Vienna: Innovating While Looking to the Past

Canadian conductor Yannick Nézet-Séguin makes his debut at the New Year’s Concert with a program that explores the roots of the Viennese waltz, while Riccardo Muti brings back the grandeur of old times.

Dec 30 • 05:51 UTC

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