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Back to my favorite topic, Haiti. I have to say this place really does get under your skin. And now into my ears.
Last week we went to a shop that was originally opened through US government support - it was called Aid to Artisans - and has since been run by someone else but still features some WONDERFUL Haitian crafts.
In our conversation with the shop owner she told us about how proud she is of her daughter-in-law who is involved in a music video now on You Tube (said as if we'd never heard of the place - it was very cute).
The music is by the artist MaWon and benefits hurricane relief. Listen, love it, buy it!
Food for the Poor (wikipedia)
Hurricane Relief Project (FFP's website)
1 comments:
Hi, My name is Alena Lowenthal. The owner of the shop you're speaking of is my father, Ira Lowenthal. The band's name is MaWoN and we are a group of young musicians from diverse backgrounds that have discovered a common bond and an incredible chemistry through a great love of music. We play a wide range of rhythms that span from Traditional Haitian Roots, to Konpa, Reggae and R&B. MaWoN is a cultural rebellion, a refusal to accept boundaries or categories and our goal is to present good music to the World. Thank you for your support and we're so glad you like our music. If you're ever in Miami check us out we are often playing in local spots up and down the coast. The website is: www.myspace.com/mawonmusic
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