Can Famo Music Survive Lesotho's Gang Wars?

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January 05, 2025

Can Famo Music Survive Lesotho's Gang Wars?

In this remote African country, famo songs have been a storytelling tool for more than a century. Today, they’re used as a weapon and some groups are banned

 

The Hit Song About Cannibalism Written by a Yacht-Rock King

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China Is Ready to Take Advantage of Trump Trashing Clean Energy

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Bad Bunny's Album 'Debí Tirar Más Fotos' Is Here

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See Bono Receive Presidential Medal of Freedom From Joe Biden

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Melania Trump Documentary Directed by Brett Ratner in the Works

Prime Video film, director's first since #MeToo era downfall, will offer "an unprecedented, behind-the-scenes look" at the returning First Lady

 

Watch Katy Perry Surprise the 'RuPaul's Drag Race' Queens in Season 17 Premiere

"The way to win is to play with your alter ego, but don't be afraid to take the mask off and show the real person in there," she told the new contestants

 

Brenton Wood, Singer Behind 'The Oogum Boogum Song,' Dead at 83

The artist's hit track has featured on films and television shows including Almost Famous and Don’t Worry Darling

 

How to Watch the 2025 Golden Globes Online Without Cable

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