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Roots in Resistance
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Roots in Resistance

Carnival is legendary – but the glittering parties and monster sound trucks that fill the parades don’t tell the full story. The drumming that defines Carnival in Bahia (and in Rio, and São Paolo) has its roots in resistance – in delivering political messages from the people to those in power, with force and at volume.

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Fogo Azul Sets the Stage Ablaze at Spike Lee's Annual Michael Jackson / Prince Block Party
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Fogo Azul Sets the Stage Ablaze at Spike Lee's Annual Michael Jackson / Prince Block Party

Fogo Azul Sets the Stage Ablaze at Spike Lee's Annual Michael Jackson / Prince Block Party! After a 4-year hiatus because of Covid, Brooklyn came alive once again on the evening of August 26, 2023. for Spike Lee's Annual Michael Jackson / Prince Block Party. And Fogo Azul was there! Spike Lee’s Annual Michael Jackson/Prince Block Party exemplifies the unifying force of music. It reminds us that the influence of artists like Michael Jackson and Prince transcends time and continues to inspire and bring people together.

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