How Music Saved Charles Bradley – From the Brink

Charles Bradley is not only a shining example of the American Dream, but is terrific example of success despite misfortune. A long time music lover with raw talent, Bradley struggled through a childhood marked ...
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The exile of Archbishop Makarios to the Seychelles

Archbishop Makarios III of the island of Cyprus, Greece, was a strong advocate for self-determination in Cyprus in the middle of the twentieth century. His activities gave the British authorities sufficient rea...
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Things to Do in Guangzhou

What should travelers do in Guangzhou? Just down the road (or railroad track) from Hong Kong, Guangzhou is a major international trade city, and it's an increasingly likely travel destination or stopover, with ...
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Pascal Schaer

 “A creative and acoustic groove” Pascal Schaer is a passionate musician who only lives for creativity and musical experiences. His main tools are the command of improvisation, composition, groove, and of all ...
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La Réunion – The Hidden Gem of an island

Seychelles & Mauritius have put the Indian Ocean on the map in terms of tourism. There is another island making waves in the modern era though. With a younger tourism industry and no shortage of natural bea...
Carolyn Malachi

Carolyn Malachi

"Une voix, un engagement" Originaire de Washington et de Baltimore, la chanteuse Carolyn Malachi est issue de la scène blues, jazz mais aussi R'n'B, notamment avec son titre "Orion", nominé aux Grammy Awards e...
Sarah Jane

Sarah Jane

"Une voix, un timbre, une identité à découvrir" Forte de dix années d’immersions musicales à Montréal et à Bordeaux auprès de nombreux talents de renom, Sarah Jane Rameau revient dans sa ville natale, avec un ...
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The meaning of “Creole” – The editor’s view

The ancient Greek aphorism “Know Thyself” has a special resonance for those of us who define ourselves as “Creole”. Understanding and appreciating the real meaning of the word and with it the richness of our ow...
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Lenny Kravitz – A Transformed Man

Lenny Kravitz is well known for his music. His songs are popular and his style entertains. How much do you really know about the man though? About his trials and tribulations, and the new man he has become? Le...
Marcus Brown

Marcus Brown – Louisiana’s very own rising star

If ever a celebrity exudes strong Creole credentials combined with undeniable Southern charm it has to be actor and producer Marcus Brown. Despite the pull of Hollywood and a myriad of appearances in some of t...
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Michel Camilo – Tapping the Ivory

Some of the world's best musicians go unnoticed by the mainstream. Talent comes in all forms, and Michel Camilo is one of the most gifted jazz pianists in the world. This piece looks at his life and accomplishm...