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Quiet Storms for Social Change: Veronica D'Souza on music and activism

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“We Won’t Disappear”: Jamila Al-Yousef On the Sounds of Palestinian Resistance

Falasteen Weyn Ana? Palestine where am I? - that is the translation of the Arabic title of Jamila & The Other Heroes' record. Released in May 2023, the title took on a new meaning since the ongoing Israeli bombardment of Gaza after the attacks by Hamas on October 7th. We speak to Jamila Al-Yousef, singer, co-composer and lyricist of the band, about Palestinian resistance, protest music, and the repressions Palestinians face in Germany.
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“African Sound Magic Is a Real Thing”: SIRA* on Her Debut Record

The internationally known British-Nigerian artist and curator Zina Saro-Wiwa just made her musical debut as SIRA*. The record "Songs for the End of the World" draws on her multidisciplinary approach to art and non-profit organising work. We spoke to Zina about musical influences from her homeland, African environmentalism and practices of deep listening.
the we out here festival stage in bright light against the darkness of the night with crowds of people gathering in front

We Out Here: A Gathering of Dancers and Music Lovers

Is it Jazz? Is it Hip Hop? Soul, RnB, Reggae or House? We Out Here festival 2024 unites voices from across the jazz spectrum including artists like André 3000, Yaya Bey, Sampha, and aja monet. A dense lineup, yet the festival leaves enough space to dance. Anna Grubauer shares her experiences at We Out Here.

The Psychotic Monks On Political Engagement In Music

The Psychotic Monks released their third album “Pink Colour Surgery” a bit over a year ago. It feels like good cup of coffee to wake us up in the current numbing socio-political climate. NBHAP editor Nadia Says caught Clément and Paul for a chat in Berlin to discuss their musical process, their live show code of conduct, and political engagement as musicians.
Sera Kalo at Entangled Grounds XJAZZ! (Photo by Akim Karpach)

How’s Jazz in Berlin Doing? XJAZZ! Premiers “Entangled Grounds”

This year, the Berliner XJAZZ! Festival premiered their first album. "Entangled Grounds" is a collaborative effort, much in the spirit of the event. Each song features a different artist from the local jazz scene and their (re)interpretations of the genre. Anna Grubauer experienced the festival and spoke to artists and organisers about the recording process.

Building Community: How Daytimers Create Spaces for South Asian Artistry

The London-originated collective Daytimers showcases South Asian DJs and musicians in a party series geared towards bringing the local diasporic community together. Recently, they hosted their first event in Berlin. Anna Grubauer spoke to Abeera, Imad and Arnav about what Daytimers means to them and their experiences of establishing a South Asian community-centred space.

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