This melody brings back a memory
as i open my eyes
quiet are the skies
my mornings breathe in tune
A journal of songs that lift my spirit and open my heart. Singing them on repeat.
From Darija to Mandarin, join me in singing along to my favorite tracks—both those with lyrics and the instrumental ones.
Bumper cars" (or "party cars") is a term used in southern Spain for bumper cars. This mix of Global South rhythms reflects the joy of fairs, where these cars became sound systems, bringing music to city outskirts and country lanes of small villages
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London-based DJ and producer Nabihah Iqbal (formerly known as Throwing Shade) brings you an ethnomusicological perspective on weird and wonderful music from around the world. Expect regular themed special episode; a good dose of history, and above all, good music to broaden your horizons. Every other Tuesday, midday-1pm. You can listen back to previous Throwing Shade episodes here
London-based DJ and producer Nabihah Iqbal (formerly known as Throwing Shade) brings you an ethnomusicological perspective on weird and wonderful music from around the world. Expect regular themed special episode; a good dose of history, and above all, good music to broaden your horizons. Every other Tuesday, midday-1pm. You can listen back to previous Throwing Shade episodes here