Guest Blogpost: My Sister!

I'm introducting a new segment where I have guest bloggers. So to kick it all off, he's my kid sister Natasha's post. She'll be the new Afropolitan Music Critic, because she's the most astute and wide ranging taste in music of anyone I know. *Drumroll*

By Natasha Lwenya

Vampire Weekend, an up and coming Indie Pop ensemble can only be described as a retro breath of fresh air. Don’t let their name fool you, they’re anything but blood sucking, and can be listened to any day of the week. In a time where most new bands strive to be different and, in the process, end up sounding exactly the same, Vampire Weekend gathers inspiration from around the globe and creates music that is light and appealing. Hits like “Mansard Roof”, “Oxford Coma”, and “M79” conjure images of fantasy lands, while “Cape Cod Kwassa Kwassa” and “Bryn” demonstrate the Western African influence the band proudly claims.

I think the main reason that Vampire Weekend is a fabulous new listen is because they choose to unite Africa with music in a way that isn’t for a charity show or personal gain. While Africa is facing issues that need to be overcome, it also has an extremely rich history in the arts that is often overlooked. I commend Vampire Weekend for incorporating the beautiful rhythms and themes of African music in a way that people from all cultures can appreciate. Here’s a video of the group performing “Cape Cod Kwassa Kwassa” live for an MTV Spankin’ New Session.

Comments

[Laura Neulat]

Hello, I am Mary-Lore's mother, Laura.
I have come to your blog after reading her post about Kenya. For our whole family, Kenya was a blessed time. We're so sorry about its present time, such a wonderful place, such wonderful people ...
I see you have some recipes in your blog and I invite you to visit my blog at www.aworldinapan.blogspot.com If you enjoy what's on its virtual table, please, send me one of your recipes.
Laura

[Mary-Laure]

Hi Beve, just wanted to let you know that I wrote a post about Kenya today and included a link to your blog.
It's so cool that you're getting your sister involved! My sister is my music guide, too...