Dive into the heart of controversy with our exploration of Amiri Baraka's infamous poem, 'Who Blew Up America.' Join us as we peel back the layers of this provocative piece, delving into Baraka's life as a poet and activist. From his fearless confrontations with social injustice to his unapologetic critique of power structures, Baraka's words resonate with urgency and defiance. Prepare to be shocked as we dissect the explosive content of this poem, revealing its scathing commentary on politics, race, and society. This is more than just poetry—it's a call to action, a challenge to the status quo, and a testament to the enduring power of words. Don't miss this eye-opening journey into the heart of Amiri Baraka's radical legacy. This video is an excerpt from our online lecture at Arizona State University (ASU), featuring professors Ralph M. Jones and Huan from Aesthetically Speaking Music (ASM), and Ligia Bezerra from the School of International Letters and Cultures (ASU). The lecture, titled "Connecting the Dots, Blurring the Lines: Echoes of African Music in the Americas," explored the music of protest in the Americas. Make a donation to ASM: paypal.me/buzzjones1017 Did you like this discussion? Access our website for mor information: https://asmblog.wixsite.com/asmblog Also follow us on our social media: https://www.instagram.com/aestheticallyspeakingmusic https://www.tiktok.com/@speakingmusic Follow Peace

Join us on a musical journey as we explore the enduring legacies of jazz legends Herbie Hancock and Bennie Maupin. From their groundbreaking collaborations with Miles Davis to their innovative partnership, we delve into the evolution of their music and the influence of African roots in their work. Discover about Hancock's connection to the rhythms of the Ba-Benzélé and Baka people in Africa and paved the way for a new wave of jazz fusion. Through rare footage and insightful commentary, uncover the profound impact of these virtuosos on the world of music and their unwavering commitment to pushing artistic boundaries. Don't miss this captivating exploration of Herbie and Bernie's remarkable careers and the timeless resonance of their music. Make a donation to ASM: paypal.me/buzzjones1017 Did you like this discussion? Access our website for mor information: https://asmblog.wixsite.com/asmblog Also follow us on our social media: https://www.instagram.com/aestheticallyspeakingmusic https://www.tiktok.com/@speakingmusic This was just a part of a much more extended discussion. Watch the full live stream here: https://youtube.com/live/eTlSYe9x_N4?feature=share 00:00 - Herbie's African Roots 00:57 - Watermelon Man 01:06 - Herbie's partnerships with Bennie Maupin 02:43 - Chameleon 03:42 - Bennie Maupin LISTEN TO HERBIE HANCOCK LISTEN TO BENNIE MAUPIN Follow Peace.

Part of the series Branches Form The Tree of Miles Davis What if one of the biggest genius of a generation decided to go trough a different path in his career? What if the artist felt the need to change their music colors, instruments and textures to keep pushing the boundaries? It takes a lot of courage to go through such a drastic transformation, and that's exactly what Miles Davis did. In this video we talk a little bit about this transformation, and the ramifications and fruits that came from this tree. Make a donation to ASM: paypal.me/buzzjones1017 Did you like this discussion? Access our website for mor information: https://asmblog.wixsite.com/asmblog Also follow us on our social media: https://www.instagram.com/aestheticallyspeakingmusic https://www.tiktok.com/@speakingmusic This was just a part of a much more extended discussion. Watch the full live stream here: https://youtube.com/live/eTlSYe9x_N4?feature=share 00:00 - The Great Quintets 03:24 - About Sivad (Live/Evil) 06:30 - Miles did not care about the critics 08:19 - The Branches/Conclusion LISTEN TO MILES DAVIS Follow Peace.

Watch our woodwind expert, Ralph M. Jones, as he comments on André 3000's "New Blue Sun," delving into topics such as rapping, talent, and the myriad issues that have steered this multi-platinum award-winning artist onto a new path. Stay tuned for more videos on this topic, and don't forget to check out the full live stream we conducted on the subject: https://www.youtube.com/live/4Zoin9kSgdc?si=Og9FJx48ifgs0Nsv What is ASM? https://asmblog.wixsite.com/asmblog Also follow us on the social media: https://www.instagram.com/aestheticallyspeakingmusic/ https://www.tiktok.com/@speakingmusic 00:00 - 00:35 Intro 00:36 - 7:19 Why did André 3k stop rapping? 7:20 - 11:07 Fernando Pessoa's poem 11:08 - 16:12 Conclusion Follow Peace.

As an expert in woodwind instruments, ASM professor and founder, Ralph M. Jones will be talking about the "New Blue Sun" album, about André's flutes, and giving an explanation about flutes from many different cultures. More about our work: https://asmblog.wixsite.com/asmblog Also follow us on the social media: https://www.instagram.com/aestheticallyspeakingmusic/ https://www.tiktok.com/@UCXVjjMysiCwqhep5Qa77QyQ 00:00 - 1:37 Intro 01:38 - 3:42 ASM Vision Statement 03:43 - 5:23 André's Interview on CBS 5:24 - 9:02 About Flutes 9:03 - 11:17 Ralph shows his flutes 11:18 - 13:00 Outro Follow Peace.

Dive into the untold stories of the fearless Blues Queens who shattered taboos and transformed the landscape of songwriting forever. Join us on a journey back to the roaring 1920s and 1930s as we uncover the powerful voices of Black women who fearlessly pushed the boundaries of artistic expression. Did you like this discussion? Because that's just a small part of what we do on ASM. So, what is Aesthetically Speaking Music? Become an exclusive member: https://asmblog.wixsite.com/asmblog Also follow us on the social media: https://www.instagram.com/aesthetical... https://www.tiktok.com/@speakingmusic 00:00 - Intro 00:39- Angela Davis 02:22- Trixie Smith 07:31- Ma Rainey 11:50- Ethel Waters 14:03- Exclusive Participant's Question 15:25- Outro Follow Peace!

This video talks about some of the most important cultural manifestations of Brazil, and their deep roots in Africa, primarily through music. Some of the biggest parties, the most famous Brazilian rhythms, and the main features of what can be considered the Brazilian identity, were shaped by the music that came from many different places in Africa, through the slavery process. With the mixing of different cultures, and the resistance against the slavery, we began to have what we can considered today as a essencial part of Brazilian culture, once was forbidden, persecuted, and stigmatized (as it still is). This video contains excerpts from the ASM lectures "Semente, Cabasa, Baobá, Sankofa: Exploring the African Roots and Cultural Significance of music in Brazil", with three guest speakers from Brazil: Bruna Silva, Rogério Siqueira, and Floresta Lamp. Also it has parts from the article written by professor Bruna, that was posted full in our website. The link is bellow: Bruna's article: https://asmblog.wixsite.com/asmblog/post/exu-ax%C3%A9-ginga-and-quilombo-the-soundscapes-of-brazilian-outdoors Aesthetically Speaking Music (ASM) is a series of sessions about African diasporic music and culture. It is presented online, with educators from across the USA and Brazil. ASM explores the philosophies and challenges of Great Thinkers in this musical traditions. We examine the psycho-social, political and economic aesthetics of creative endeavors. Innovators, acknowledged and under acknowledged, have had a lasting effect on the world’s listeners and lovers of African diasporic music. Through deep listening and research, we observe the evolution and contributions of community scholars, vocalists, instrumentalists, recording labels, composers, arrangers, and the venues that served as forums for creative expressions. More information about our work, and the next modules on our website: https://asmblog.wixsite.com/asmblog Also follow us on the social media: https://www.instagram.com/aesthetical... https://www.tiktok.com/@speakingmusic Follow Peace!

A series of extraordinary lectures will focus on some of the most remarkable elements of African Brazilian culture in Brazil, including the relationship between those cultures, the migration process within Brazil, and the relationship of the same cultural movements in different regions of this continental country. These lectures will explore these issues through music and will be conducted by specialists in each field of study, shedding light on the beautiful amalgamation of cultures that occur in the largest country in Latin America. FREE OPEN HOUSE: April 19th, 7:30 p.m. EDT, on Zoom, with simultaneous translation (Pt - En) Do you want to join us? send us an email on aestheticallyspeakingmusic@gmail.com or subscribe in our website: https://asmblog.wixsite.com/asmblog/event-details-registration/semente-cabasa-baoba-sankofa-free-open-house Follow Peace