Music
24 October 2024
Mayra Andrade’s ‘reEncanto’ Is a Brilliant Fusion of the Classic and the Contemporary
The Cape Verdean singer discusses her stunning live album and what it means to grow through music.
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Music
04 September 2019
Mayra Andrade Is Bringing Cape Verdean Music Forward
We talk to the singer about her latest album, Manga, which offers a fresh pop take on Cape Verdean sounds.
Video
05 July 2017
Mayra Andrade Covers Cesária Évora For Okay Acoustic
Cabo Verdean singer Mayra Andrade performs a pristine cover of the "Barefoot Diva" Cesária Évora's "Isolada" for Okayafrica TV.
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15 June 2016
Mayra Andrade and Branko’s ‘Reserva Pra Dois’ Will Light Up Your Day
Buraka Som Sistema founder Branko and Cape Verdean singer Mayra Andrade link up for the hypnotizing "Reserva Pra Dois."
Events
13 January 2016
Major Lazer, Sean Paul, Ibeyi, Mayra Andrade & More Are Playing Cuba’s Biggest Music Festival
The Musicabana Festival will mark Cuba’s biggest music gathering in over 30 years.
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Video
12 November 2014
Watch Cabo Verdean Songstress Mayra Andrade's 'Ilha De Santiago' [Premiere]
Watch Cabo Verdean songstress Mayra Andrade's sun-drenched video for "Ilha De Santiago."
Style
23 May 2014
Labo Ethnik: An Interview With Christelle Madoki
An interview with womenswear line MADOKI by Christelle Madoki, featured in Paris' Labo Ethnik events.
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