Across the diaspora, there’s a depth of sounds that showcase the brilliance and artistry of black people.
Diaspora discoveries is a weekly column which aims to champion and celebrate these voices. Sit back and let them take you on a melodic journey…
Ontario’s Derin Falana speaks of his wanderlust on Vacation, which makes for the perfect summer BBQ soundtrack.
https://soundcloud.com/the-flan/vacation
Laced with silky and serene vocals, HAULA shares her deeply emotive new single Losing Touch.
Sam Mozafari delights his humble SoundCloud following with this mellow baile-funk sound.
Gods Of Yoruba, Daymé Arocena’s latest offering, sees the Cuban vocalist turn to jazz and focus on instrumentation as opposed to lyricism.
Hip-hop and grime artist Dave has released an exhilarating Rain & Snow, featuring a sample from Kano’s P’s and Q’s.