Black Histories / Black Futures: A Soundfly Playlist
An OpEd, a full playlist, and some personal reflections by the Soundfly Team on the legacy of Black American Music that we cherish everyday.
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The Founding Father of American Song
A historical look at the work and legacy of Philadelphia lawyer turned composer for early American politicians, Francis Hopkinson.
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Songs to Inspire Change (with Speech and Keenan The First)
We’re talking about inspiring change in Episode 13 of our podcast, “Themes and Variation” with guests Speech Thomas and Keenan The First.
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Porgy and Bess in the Time of BLM
The author of a 1995 L.A. opera review of “Porgy and Bess” reflects on troubled times to see how it holds up to today’s moment. Hint: nothing’s changed.
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The Story of Rubin “Hurricane” Carter, Wrongly Convicted Boxer and Dylan’s Muse
Today we explore the story of Bob Dylan’s “The Hurricane,” which helped raise awareness and support for wrongly accused boxer Rubin “Hurricane” Carter.
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Curating (In) the Culture Wars
A dual historical and contemporary editorial thinking through the blindspots and newfound responsibilties of curating in today’s cultural economy.
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Introducing “Enough Is Enough: A Black Lives Matter Playlist”
Curated by Efa Etoroma Jr., “Enough Is Enough” is a powerful Spotify playlist accompanied by analysis that sheds light on contemporary Black protest songs.
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Why Leon Bridges’ Powerful New Song “Sweeter” Works on Every… Single… Level
We break down the devices that help Leon Bridges and Terrace Martin’s song, “Sweeter,” function on every level, musically, poetically, and emotionally.
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How to Communicate with Your Fans During a Crisis
We spoke with composer and indie marketing expert Cheryl Englehardt about how and why musicians should keep the conversation going with their fans right now.
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Stravinsky & Jazz: Yes, Even Classical Music Is Influenced by Black American Forms
Stravinsky’s music and the music of Charlie Parker and John Coltrane have been compared to Cubism, is jazz the connector? We trace the influences.
