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Relaxing Juju
A mild energy curation of Juju Music for medidative or chilling moments. You don't need to understand Yoruba to enjoy this experience. The Juju music was popularized in Nigeria in the 1970s to 1980s.
Ìṣẹ̀ṣe
Ìṣẹ̀ṣe roughly translates to the Yoruba way of life. It is tradition, culture, religion all rolled into one. The Isese playlist is a collection of songs that pays tribute to Ìṣẹ̀ṣe. It predates genres like Apala, Juju, and Fuji. It is great for moments when you want to create a core Yoruba or Lucumi environment or pay tribute to the Yoruba gods - Olodumare, Orisha'nla, Ogun, Orunmila, Eshu, and Yemoja. It includes music from Nigeria, Benin, Cuba, and Brazil.
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Born
1925
1925
From
Cuba
Cuba
Journey
Lázaro Ros remains a towering figure in Afro-Cuban music, celebrated as the leading akpwón, or lead singer, in Santería traditions. Born on May 11, 1925, in Havana, Cuba, Ros devoted his life to the preservation and dissemination of Yoruba chants and the musical embodiment of Orisha worship. His involvement with the Conjunto Folklórico Nacional de Cuba and the Grupo de Experimentación Sonora del ICA underscored his dedication to authentic cultural expression. Through international tours and albums like 'Songs for the Orishas', Ros brought the depth and spirituality of Afro-Cuban music to the world stage. His powerful voice carried the rhythmic and cultural nuances of Cuban folklore, contributing to its broader recognition. Collaborations with artists such as Mezcla further exemplified his role in bridging traditional and modern Afro-Cuban music. Despite passing away in 2005, Lázaro Ros's influence permeates the foundations of Cuban spiritual and folkloric music, ensuring his legacy as an essential steward of cultural heritage.
