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New Dawn

Waaberi

The language and music of Somalia is a mixture of African and Arabic influences. The result is an appealing hybrid music, and songs that make Westerners think of a special "Somali blues".

This album consists of a pure form of traditional music which is at the heart of Somali cultural and social life. Maryam Mursal is the star of the Waaberi ensemble. More than any other Somali artist, she is capable of blending musical influences and was the first woman to play Somali jazz. Typically, she chooses to sing songs with hidden political meaning.

Maryam takes her responsibility very seriously, as she knows that she is speaking for her people, but still she is not afraid to criticise her audience; the men are always reminded to treat women properly.

On this album, Waaberi is joined by Egyptian master percussionist Hossam Ramzy.

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    New Dawn
    CD
    play Rog Rogosho (Changing) Waaberi 5m 34s
    play Cidlaan Dareemaya (I Feel Alone) Waaberi 4m
    play Heei Yaa Alahobalin Hoobalowa Waaberi 4m 31s
    play Hafun (Soft) Waaberi 5m 5s
    play Shubahada Waaberi 4m 50s
    play Ada Bere Chaelka (You Plant The Love) Waaberi 4m 25s
    play Indo Ashak (Love Eyes) Waaberi 3m 59s
    play Nin Hun Heloha Modina (Don't Believe That A Bad Man Is A Good Husband) Waaberi 4m 52s
    play Ulimada (The Professors) Waaberi 6m 20s
    play Kafiyo Kaladeri (Opposites) Waaberi 7m 10s
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