Music
15 October 2021
6 Samples From 'Éthiopiques' in Hip-Hop
A brief history of Ethio-jazz cultural exchange featuring songs by Nas & Damian Marley, K'naan, Madlib and more.
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Arts + Culture
11 September 2017
Trevor Noah Snags His First Emmy, Ava DuVernay and Common Win For '13th,' and More From The 2017 Awards
Here's a full list of 2017 Emmy winners so far.
Audio
17 March 2017
In 'Yesterday’s Gone,' Loyle Carner Sparks a Conversation With the Rappers He Most Admires
In his debut album Yesterday’s Gone, Loyle Carner appears to be in private conversation with the rappers he most admires the most.
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29 July 2014
Somi 'When Rivers Cry ft. Common'
Stream Somi's "When Rivers Cry," a tribute to Wangari Maathai featuring a verse from Common.
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09 July 2013
Okayafrica TV: Femi Kuti & Common at Central Park
Watch Okayafrica TV's recap of our Central Park SummerStage show with Femi Kuti and surprise guest Common.
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24 June 2013
Femi Kuti, Common and Others Live at Central Park SummerStage! [Photos + Recap]
Okayafrica presented Femi Kuti, Sinkane, King Britt and surprise guest Common live at Central Park SummerStage
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