Beyond Music Vol.2

Our journey

Overrun by the 2020 virus pandemic, when artists around the world were suddenly isolated, Beyond Music was able to make a special contribution. Even after all concerts and performance opportunities were cancelled, Beyond Music empowered its artists to continue creating, collaborating, sharing and making new music together. For Vol.2, we called for the most unusual collaborations across all borders and musical styles on the theme of "Songs for the Planet" to promote awareness, action, transformation and healing.

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Experience

The result was overwhelming: 600 artists from all over the world submitted 193 pieces of music. The most outstanding 17 musical formations were awarded with cash prizes of 80,000 US dollars. 16 of these songs were honoured with "Creativity Awards" and form the album Beyond Music Vol.2. One song received the "Corona Special Award", endowed with pure prize money.

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Submissions Beyond Music Vol.2

  • 600Artists
  • 193Songs
  • 68Countries
  • 55Genres

Let's grow together

"Learning never exhausts the mind" – Confucius

For the Beyond Music Project Vol.2, we were supported by three extraordinary artists as Mentors for the community: Elina Duni, Yaron Herman and Manu Katché. For a whole week in autumn 2020, they met in the Swiss mountains. Elina, Yaron and Manu selected a large part of the winning songs and gave extensive feedback. They also provided the community with video tutorials on topics such as composing, improvisation, songwriting, production techniques, career development tips, and much more.

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Selection

Discover the winning music pieces of Beyond Music Vol.2

  • The Flower and the Raindrop

    The song describes a dialogue between a flower and a drop of water on their way to find each other. This micro-perspective reflects the fragility and uniqueness of every living organism on our planet - something we often tend to forget.

    Jury Statement

    „I very much resonated with the fragile beauty of the song, as well as the story of the lyrics. Simple, nonetheless very touching. The voices of Tamar & Netanel are gorgeous. The arrangement is pure and effective, and the lyrics are spot on.“ – Elina Duni

    “A simple ballad with a beautiful melody which stays in your brain, like a standard. Listening to it took me directly to a peaceful site with beautiful colours and sounds. Very pure!“ – Manu Katché

  • Tika We

    “Tika We'” means “Miracle of Life” in African. The song is a wake-up call to save our planet. In order for us to continue to admire its wonders, a fundamental rethinking and a different behaviour is essential. And everyone can contribute and take small steps to save the earth.

    Jury Statement

    “I found the song very attractive and emotional, even if I do not understand the language!The vocals and choir make this song sounds like an African Chant. Instantly you feel being part of a reunion where everyone interact for a similar goal - praying for the good!” — Manu Katché

  • Last Dance

    “Last Dance” thematizes the current state of our planet and describes it as a dance around its own axis. The song is a plea for mercy of our earth. Music and dance are like vehicles to lift the soul and transform it into the beyond.

    Jury Statement

    “There is a sound of 1980’s rap music and hints of Quincy Jones as well. It has a nostalgic quality and reminds me of the time when rap emerged as a form of protest music. The groove is lovely and it has a real bounce to it! It’s worth mentioning also that the production is wonderfully well done.” – Elina Duni

    “This track is very up and going! Very hip. The main thing that I like, appart of course of the groove and the rhythm section, is that all the instruments are real. What a relief compare to machines that are used regularly in production nowadays! I was called out by the structure of this song which is quite unexpected in some places plus the references to the main masters of soul of all time.” – Manu Katché

  • Vidala de la Espera

    “Vidala de la Espera” was written during the first Covid-19 lockdown in spring – in its sudden standstill and infinite silence. Humanity was on pause waiting for its destiny. Time to make a decision. The song is a call to unite mother earth and its inhabitants again: “Faith and hope in our sacred music“, „Faith and hope in our sacred humanity“.

    Jury Statement

    I really enjoyed the vibe, the use of space, the minimalism of this melody. It's beautifully sung. The arrangement is great, the harmonic colours are very surprising and give lots of emotion to the song. Fantastic job!" – Yaron Herman

    “This song is deep, it sounds like a prayer but in a kind of a transe way. The regular repeat of the melody catches you, you don’t want to have an end! What a comfortable and beautiful vibe.“ – Manu Katché

  • Dreamer

    "Dreamer" is about the children and young people of Planet Earth, whose innocence, hopes and dreams are in danger of being shattered by all the destructive forces in societies.

    Jury Statement

    "The artists have ventured to combine classical instrumental and electronic sounds with modern Hip Hop/Rap. Africa meets Europe with the stirring message 'a cry for the children and youth of planet earth'. A hypnotic refrain, spoken like a mantra, hammers into our consciousness. 'Everything that you can do in your heart, you can do... What does it take to be a dreamer?'. The lyrics hit the nerve of the theme, provoking and injecting a sense of urgency in contrast to a quiet sound carpet of improvised violin and piano pieces." – Beyond Foundation

  • Our World is blue

    "Our world is blue" is a declaration of love to our blue planet. It describes the beauty of our world in colorful pictures and is nevertheless critical. This song should remind people of the unique but fragile beauty of our world.

    Jury Statement

    "A lot of work has gone into this collaboration. The artists invested many arrangements and a lot of coordination work. Our project theme 'songs for the planet' is wonderfully realized with the lyrics. The melody is touching and moves us. The whole song is musically and instrumentally very professionally executed. Through the different languages the artists express our idea of intercultural connection very well and unite all different cultures of their collaboration." – Beyond Foundation

  • Kijanisha the Planet

    "Kijanisha the Planet" which means "Regreen the Planet" is about the need to be aware of environmental destruction, but not to remain in shock and grief. The song is calling on you to take action to protect nature and do something about it.

    Jury Statement

    "We find the melody and rhythm stirring and the beat uplifting. Building up the song with more and more instruments creates a high energy. You feel the journey between Canada and Tanzania. We like the strong voices of Anna and Msafiri and the great performance of Nic. We feel the call that we all have to do something to change the world, and when we grab a shovel and plant seeds." – Beyond Foundation

  • Child Song

    “Child Song” is a radical call for humanity towards children and mothers who have been severely neglected. It is a reawakening that we all need to focus on a crucial part of our society. As a melodramatic fusion of jazz, pop, poetry and spoken words full of consciousness, the message was of personal significance for the artists themselves, who draw attention to the fact that we were all once children.

    Jury Statement

    "It is is a very well crafted, produced and performed song. The melody is very strong and catchy and is contemplative and groovy at the same time. Well done Marshall-Muze, Collekta and Akwasi Marley!" – Yaron Herman

    “The song is instantly catchy. The groove is simple and provides a human pulse! The vocals sounds fresh which makes the whole track so positive and spontaneous, probably like the title of it.” – Manu Katché

  • Más Acá

    This song is about the connection of Latin American rhythms with African music and the strong influence Africa has had on our music. The music acts as an integrating element between cultures and reminds us that we have a common history, that embraces us, the history of mankind.

    Jury Statement

    "I like the Pat Metheny vibe of the song, It's a nice simple melody but with some interesting tensions and twists. Cool harmonic progressions. Great playing by everyone, congratulations!" – Yaron Herman

  • Earth tell my eager hands

    The song is a tribute to the infinite force of the earth and how we are intertwined therein. It tells about the archaic symbiosis between the human mankind and our earth. As the farmer who humbly asks for his land in order to provide for his people, ready to work with his hands and in his sweat.

    Jury Statement

    „I like the blues-drenched feeling of this song. The idea of the "work song" with this beat that constatly repeats itself, it chimes like an ostinato of labour. The voice of Nadine Jeanne is very sensuous and the whole atmosphere of the song is somehow reminiscent of the British Trip-Hop band Portishead. It all blends together very nicely with the poem of Msafiri Zawose.“ — Elina Duni

  • Beautiful Earth

    It is a love song for life on earth with a profound lyrical message from the heart: "We are bound together like a thousand prayers". It reminds us that love is the universal truth and that although we can get lost, we will find "ways to survive and new ways to thrive".

    Jury Statement

    “I like the naivety of the lyrics, the groove, and the overall simplicity of it. I also think that the voice of Heather Ella Rose and Les Teriba sound really great and fit together very neatly in the arrangement. It sounds fresh, poppy, and what's more, it’s a song you start humming instinctively.” – Elina Duni

  • Bokamoso

    The song has a pop foundation with elements of African fusion, world music and blues. The message is that we have to be the change we want to see. Through love for our fellow humans, for our planet and for all that dwells therein, we can heal our broken world. What are we leaving behind for our children? Let's wake up! Love, compassion, and caring are the keys for the future. It begins with me and you.

    Jury Statement

    "The piece is very musical, it is a song with a beautiful melodic and instrumental moment. It mixes a vocal performance and a musical journey. Most of the time it is one or the other, rarely both. 'Bokamoso' takes you to a wonderful state of an organic and peaceful sense. Powerfulness of simplicity!" – Manu Katché

  • The things that matter

    The song is dedicated to the quote by Martin Luther King: “The world begins to end the day we are silent about the things that matter.” It is a call for social justice and transformation on our planet, and a sorrowful lament for all the victims of injustice.

    Jury Statement

    „I love the minimalism of this song. When the piano riff starts, there is a truly filmic quality to the music. The voices of Heather Ella Rose and Marshall-Muze blend wonderfully well together, their two vocal parts are so complementary. It is a very touching song, from the lyrics to the melody, right through to the instrumental arrangement. It’s a song that resonates deeply with the listener.“ — Elina Duni

  • Sí ndôn

    "Sí ndôn" means "The Planet" in the Ewondo language from Cameroon. The song is a conversation between God and human being about how they feel to live on the planet, and in return they give thanks to God for creating the world and all its precious wonders.

    Jury Statement

    "The dialogue between God and the human being is passionate and exciting. The divine, omnipresent power that protects our planet is honoured with distinctive gospel elements, combined with Rock and Pop: 'What would life on Earth looks like without you Lord?' The rhythm is very moving and invites you to dance. The saxophone and trumpet tones run like fanfares through the music piece. In the middle part a powerful guitar is convincing." – Beyond Foundation

  • Meadow

    "Meadow" is a love letter from humanity to nature. The song expresses how we enjoy the benefits of nature, but also our regret about how our actions endanger nature. The song is dedicated to all the animals and the nature that have become extinct through human activity.

    Jury Statement

    "The song carries a clearly defined and deep message. The solo voices have a beautiful and understandable diction and radiate love for humanity, embedded in the background voices. The Caribbean rhythm is uplifting and gives hope. The music touches with the authenticity of the performers and their clear message. It is a simple song which has a great impact. It shows that less is more!" – Beyond Foundation

  • Uivo de Lamento

    The song is about a joint lament of humans and animals and the desire to move towards a world that serves everyone. "Uivo de Lamento" combines instruments from different cultures, unknown ancient sounds and modern technology in an innovative way. The song begins with the pressing lament of the earth in the form of the howling of the wolf, symbolized by the old Kazakh string instrument Kyl-Kobyz.

    Jury Statement

    "The song is a wonderful multicultural fusion with strong voices and an earthy rhythm that leaves room for fantasy. The animals speak to the people, which nourishes the longing for reunion with nature. You can feel the message of the song in every cell of your body. The three artists have musically implemented their central idea in a very appealing way: 'Now we have the opportunity to combine the best of the past and the best of technological innovation and embark on a journey into a world that serves everyone.'" – Beyond Foundation

  • Si Ghan (Corona Special Award)

    The song "Si Ghan" is the result of the collaboration of five artists from the Netherlands, Syria, Japan, India and Cameroon. The song is about the children who breathe the air we leave behind. It's time to make sure that the air is clean for every living being on Earth.

    Jury Statement

    "The song has chosen the lovely child voice of the six-year-old Roos Marijn from the Netherlands as entry voice. She touches us deeply and takes us with her. The music covers a broad spectrum of the world from Japan, India, Africa, Syria to Europe. It also captivates us with its simplicity, clear message, amazing voices, good rhythm, and the interaction of various instruments including the Sarangi, an original instrument used in India and Pakistan." – Beyond Foundation

Involved Winning Artists

  • Tamar&Netanel

    Songwriter, Vocals, Violin, Guitar, Production, Orchestration

    The Mountain Folk Duo Tamar&Netanel from Jerusalem have been performing since 2013. Tamar (vocals, fiddle, guitar) and Netanel (vocals, Irish whistle, guitar) met through music at one of Tamar's solo concerts. Shortly after, they began making music as husband and wife. The simple melodies, her stories about life, love and nature strike a chord with an international audience and make each of their performances very special.

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  • Moshe Elmakias

    Piano

    Moshe is a jazz pianist from Jerusalem, Israel. He started playing classical piano at the age of six and soon became interested in jazz music. Moshe attended the Jerusalem Academy of Music for his Bachelor's degree in Jazz Performance. He is currently studying for his Master's degree at the New England Conservatory of Music in Boston. Moshed has performed at various international jazz festivals and loves collaborating with different artists.

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  • Sandro Friedrich

    Bansuri

    Sandro is a Swiss composer, performer and studio musician who plays a spectrum of over 200 different wind instruments. He mostly works in the field of film music, game music and album productions. Sandro has recorded for numerous international films, video games and albums with composers and artists such as Howard Shore, Mychael Danna, Atli Oervarsson, Shigeru Umebayashi, Tina Turner and Atli Orvarsson. He has also played in various bands and combinations.

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Involved Winning Artists

  • Bernitt

    Composition, Arrangement, Strings, Backing Vocals

    Andreas Bernitt is a visionary artist, an accomplished classical violinist and violist with deep roots in pop, rock, folk and jazz music. He plays concerts all over the world, both performing existing repertoire as well as his own self-written and arranged music. He sees himself as an explorer and scientist in the musical and theatrical world. Bernitt is driven to experiment with fusions of musical genres. He is constantly working on new songs and compositions.

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  • Ingrid White

    Composition, Arrangement, Lyrics, Vocals

    Ingrid is an artist, singer, composer and songwriter from Cameroon. She started singing in church at a very young age and became a worship and praise leader. Ingrid decided to commit herself completely to music after her studies. She collaborated with several established local and international artists during album recordings, concerts and festivals. Ingrid participated and won national and international music contests.

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  • Max-Hoba

    Vocals and Lyrics, Arrangement

    Max-Hoba is an Afro-soul and world music singer-songwriter from South Africa who performs worldwide. He is known for his warm, velvety voice and his ability to combine languages such as IsiXhosa, Sesotho and English. His music is about love, unity, social ills, tolerance and daily life. He has released three albums under his label ‘Maxhoba Entertainment’. Max-Hoba is also part of the music team behind the South African television series LOCKDOWN 2 & 3.

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  • Michael Anetsberger

    Drums and Percussion, Arrangement

    Michael is a German drummer and composer currently playing, recording and teaching in California. He holds a Master of Fine Arts in Jazz Drumming from the California Institute of the Arts. Prior to that, he studied at The Collective School of Music in New York City. Michael's playing is not limited to any particular style, but spans a variety of genres including funk, jazz, rock, metal, pop, r'n'b, soul, reggae, Afro-Cuban, Brazilian, among others.

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  • Alexander McKenzie

    Keys, Arrangement

    Alexander is a pianist and composer based in Copenhagen, Denmark. He was born into a family of musicians and studied with Amalie Malling at the Royal Danish Academy of Music. Alexander has performed throughout Europe, Russia, China and the United States in concert halls such as Carnegie Hall New York, Wigmore Hall London and the Mariinskij Theatre St. Petersburg both as a soloist and chamber musician. He has won multiple 1st prizes and many scholarships. Alexander also writes music for ballet, fashion runway shows and films.

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  • Kyekyeku

    Guitars and Bass, Arrangement

    Guitarist Kyekyeku celebrates Ghana's musical heritage and at the same time welcomes modern trends with a sound that ranges between a sumptuous folk style and West African urban beat. The music and lyrics touch on themes concerning the well-being of Africa and world society. Kyekyeku and his group Ghanalogue Highlife have been fan favourites at music festivals such as the Montreux Jazz Festival, Canarias Jazz Festival, Etnosur, Pirineos Sur and Latitude.

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Involved Winning Artists

  • Sasha (Alexander) Shlain

    Composer, Arranger, E-piano, Synths, Organ

    Sasha is a composer and music producer from Russia and Israel, living in Switzerland. He is an artist with a lot of curiosity for everything connected to his professional areas. His fields of expertise are classical music, classic orchestral music, jazz, rock, hip hop, middle eastern ethnic music, music for theatre, electronic fusion and chill-out. He is always looking for new interesting collaborations where he can apply his diverse skills. Sasha loves to go hiking in the Swiss mountains to find new inspiration.

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  • John Lumpkin

    Astonishing Drums

    John is a drummer, producer and arranger from the USA. Throughout his career he has shared the stage with greats such as Rodney Whitaker, Delfeayo Marsalis, Wycliff Gordon, Marcus Roberts, Arturo Sandoval, Curtis Fuller and Ben Tucker. John grew up in the Pentecostal church and still exercises his gifts there as well as other national venues. He says: "The church is the root of my zeal for music and forever shall be." John is also the founder of the Jazz Discovery Series and Jonah Sofa Jazz Sessions in Jacksonville.

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  • Jonathan Baptiste

    Incredible E Bass lines

    Jonathan is a bassist, composer and educator from Jacksonville, USA. Raised in church, his roots are predominantly in Gospel. Academically, he studied with great names like Marie Ann Golden and the Polk County Cultural Arts Scholarships, American Music Scholarship and Weinstein Memorial Scholarship, among others. Jonathan has also played with his band, The Urban Intellectuals at the 2018 Jacksonville Jazz Festival. He believes in the power of music and its ability to heal. He is strongly convinced that through collaboration and understanding, we can heal the world.

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  • Randy'd'dawn

    Superb Rap, Intelligent Lyrics

    Randal Seffu, popularly known as Randy'd'dawn, hails from Dar es Salaam, Tanzania. He is a hip-hop artist, songwriter, lyricist, poet and producer who has released several albums. His latest is titled "New Day". His songwriting is known for its profound lyrics and catchy rhythms. Randy'd'dawn loves to tell stories musically that describe what you can't see but feel in the depths of your imagination. Music brings these senses to life.

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  • Marcien Oyono

    The funkiest Guitars ever

    Marcien is a young self-taught guitarist from Cameroon. He has performed with various artists such as Alpha Blondy, Manou Dibango, Cesaria Evora and Etienne Mbappe. Marcien creates music with an innovative approach, regardless of genre, although his soul remains deeply African. Marcien loves to collaborate with other artists from around the world to create new music.

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Involved Winning Artists

  • Mariel Barreña

    Composer and Arragements. Vocals, Piano, Acordeón y Bombo Legüero, tradicional Argentine Folklore drum

    Mariel is a singer, pianist and composer from Argentina. In addition, she plays accordion, guitar and percussion. She has just released her latest record and visual work: "Viva. Destino del Canto". It presents a repertoire of current Argentinian music under the influence and search of one's own voice. In 2019, she performed in Japan and Korea with the "Ensemble Selene". Mariel also teaches at the National University of La Plata in Buenos Aires.

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  • Mariana Baraj

    Vocals in Spanish, choirs and Percussion: Bombo Legüero, Semillas, Udu. Arrangements

    Mariana is an Argentinian singer, percussionist, charango player, producer and composer. With nine albums recorded she is often invited to perform at well-known music festivals around the world. She has won multiple awards, including twice the "Best Female Folklore Album" at the Gardel Awards and was nominated for a Latin Grammy Award. Mariana developed new elements to Argentine folkloric music by combining singing and percussion. She also created an artistic community project with and for children.

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  • Jonathan Baptiste

    Double Bass, Arrangements

    Jonathan is a bassist, composer and educator from Jacksonville, USA. Raised in church, his roots are predominantly in Gospel. Academically, he studied with great names like Marie Ann Golden and the Polk County Cultural Arts Scholarships, American Music Scholarship and Weinstein Memorial Scholarship, among others. Jonathan has also played with his band, The Urban Intellectuals at the 2018 Jacksonville Jazz Festival. He believes in the power of music and its ability to heal. He is strongly convinced that through collaboration and understanding, we can heal the world.

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  • Raushan Orazbayeva

    Kobyz and spoken voice, Arrangements

    Raushan is a Kazakhstani artist who plays the kyl-kobyz, a two-stringed bowed lute. Traditionally, kyl-kobyz are sacred instruments. Raushan has performed in many concert halls and has worked as a soloist in the folk music ensemble of the Presidential Orchestra of the Republic of Kazakhstan. She had the honour of playing the Kui "Akku" for the Pope when he visited Kazakhstan in 2001. Raushan also teaches at the Kazakh National University of the Arts.

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  • Jan Schroeder

    Guitar and spoken voice, Arrangements

    Jan is a French/German guitarist, songwriter and producer living in the Netherlands. He loves the use of great atmospheric sounds in combination with acoustic roots. Jan won prizes at the Holland Casino Jazz Award and the Motives in Jazz Award. Signed to CTM Publishing he has been awarded a platinum and gold single and a BUMA Award in the Netherlands.

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Involved Winning Artists

  • Randy'd'dawn

    Song Writer, Performer, Rapper

    Randal Seffu, popularly known as Randy'd'dawn, hails from Dar es Salaam, Tanzania. He is a hip-hop artist, songwriter, lyricist, poet and producer who has released several albums. His latest is titled "New Day". His songwriting is known for its profound lyrics and catchy rhythms. Randy'd'dawn loves to tell stories musically that describe what you can't see but feel in the depths of your imagination. Music brings these senses to life.

    Read more
  • Sasha (Alexander) Shlain

    Producer, Engineer

    Sasha is a composer and music producer from Russia and Israel, living in Switzerland. He is an artist with a lot of curiosity for everything connected to his professional areas. His fields of expertise are classical music, classic orchestral music, jazz, rock, hip hop, middle eastern ethnic music, music for theatre, electronic fusion and chill-out. He is always looking for new interesting collaborations where he can apply his diverse skills. Sasha loves to go hiking in the Swiss mountains to find new inspiration.

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  • Bernitt

    Composer, Violinist, Producer

    Andreas Bernitt is a visionary artist, an accomplished classical violinist and violist with deep roots in pop, rock, folk and jazz music. He plays concerts all over the world, both performing existing repertoire as well as his own self-written and arranged music. He sees himself as an explorer and scientist in the musical and theatrical world. Bernitt is driven to experiment with fusions of musical genres. He is constantly working on new songs and compositions.

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Involved Winning Artists

  • Joerg Schnabel

    Composition, Lyrics, Producer, Engineer, Arrangement, Bass, Acoustic Guitar, Electric Guitar, Keyboards, Background Vocals

    Joerg is a German composer, singer, songwriter and producer. He has worked for movies, TV series and advertising. Joerg, an autodidact, also plays guitar, bass, keyboard and saxophone. He has always been curious about different musical styles and has realized them in various productions. Joerg composes passionately for large orchestras. Currently he is working on a new album.

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  • Ingrid White

    Vocal

    Ingrid is an artist, singer, composer and songwriter from Cameroon. She started singing in church at a very young age and became a worship and praise leader. Ingrid decided to commit herself completely to music after her studies. She collaborated with several established local and international artists during album recordings, concerts and festivals. Ingrid participated and won national and international music contests.

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  • Sandro Friedrich

    Pivana

    Sandro is a Swiss composer, performer and studio musician who plays a spectrum of over 200 different wind instruments. He mostly works in the field of film music, game music and album productions. Sandro has recorded for numerous international films, video games and albums with composers and artists such as Howard Shore, Mychael Danna, Atli Oervarsson, Shigeru Umebayashi, Tina Turner and Atli Orvarsson. He has also played in various bands and combinations.

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  • Kate Northrop

    Lyrics, Celtic Harp

    Kate is an American songwriter based in Switzerland, who works primarily as a lyricist with cowriters from all over the world. Kate was born in Connecticut and studied music and English literature at Bennington College in Vermont and at the University College of Wales (UK) until she decided to try out life as a travelling musician, on tour with an English singer/songwriter. She writes across many genres but feels most at home with pop. Kate had songs in the Swiss and German pop charts. She also plays and composes for the Celtic harp.

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  • Freja Eriksen

    Vocal

    Freja is a singer, songwriter and doctor from Denmark. She is called the "singing doctor" and is an expert in both music and cellular power. Freja specializes in creating music that programs the brain, mind and body to transform what holds people back so that they can live a flourishing life while contributing to our collective organism, the Earth, with their unique gifts as cells.

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  • KiKi Nam Nam

    Vocal

    Kiki is an Indian-Swiss singer, songwriter and composer. For her, music is the only way to express herself in a true and profound way that can change the world. Through music she can be weak, strong, direct, straightforward and courageous. For Kiki, the best part of making music is writing and composing. Her heart beats for solid, catchy, humorous, emotional and meaningful pop songs.

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  • Diego Origlia

    Vocal

    Diego is an Italian guitarist and singer. After studying with Beppe Gambetta and gaining experience with the Occitan group ‘Lou Dalfin’, he set off to discover North and South America at the age of 24. He played music everywhere and developed his musicality from many enriching encounters with artists from different cultures. Diego now lives in Nice. He produced three albums and teaches guitar and popular music.

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  • Judith Jakob

    Vocal

    Judith is a versatile singer, actress and musical performer from Cologne, Germany, working mainly in theatre and musical theatre. She studied singing, acting and dance at the Folkwang University of the Arts and performs throughout Germany and Europe. Judith is currently working on musical settings of poems by Masha Kaléko and is planning to release them in February 2021.

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  • Niza Simukonda

    Vocals

    Niza was a popular Zambian artist whose debut single and video for 'Tata Wandi' were released in 2018 to great fanfare. He was the son of Zambian music legend Ackim Simukonda. Like his father, Niza was passionate about playing the guitar and was considered one of the smoothest vocalists in the country. His second single "Eco Nkwete" was equally critically acclaimed. Niza died in August 2020 due to unexpected complications after dental surgery.

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  • Heather Ella Rose

    Vocal

    Heather Ella is a musician, singer, composer and also an international museum installation artist working with film, music and soundscapes. Based in the UK, she has moved countries 19 times since childhood what made her a global citizen with a huge love for the world, for music and for the power of art to connect people. Heather has long worked as a session singer, taught voice and directed choirs with a profound interest in world music.

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  • Dyllann

    Vocal

    Divine Verkijika also known as Dyllann, is a Cameroonian pop/afro-fusion artist, composer, producer, singer, writer and a socio-cultural activist. He was a National Finalist in the 2018 AfriMusic Song Contest, the first and biggest music competition platform of its kind in Africa, and winner of the 2018 KamerFest Music Competition. Dyllann always strives to find ways to combine all his experiences into an international sound with pop that reflects where he comes from.

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  • Marnix Moehring

    Cello

    Marnix is a cellist from Cologne, Germany. He studied at the Musikhochschule Rheinland with Prof. Klaus Heitz and at the Folkwang University with Prof. Young-Chang Cho. He was invited to festivals in Spain, France, Italy and Bulgaria, as well as concert tours, radio and album recordings, most recently as soloist and lecturer at the International Cello Festival Rio Cello 2018 in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. He is a regular guest with various orchestras and was a juror for cello and chamber music at the state competition ‘Jugend musiziert’.

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  • Sonja Wiedebusch

    Violin

    Sonja is a classical violinist from Germany. At the age of sixteen she became a junior student at the Cologne University of Music with Prof. Gorjan Košuta, where she continued her studies and graduated with the concert exam in 2003. The eight-time winner of the 'Jugend musiziert' competition played in the German National Youth Orchestra, the European Union Youth Orchestra, the Gustav Mahler Youth Orchestra and the Mahler Chamber Orchestra. Since 2007 she has been a member of the first violins in the Beethoven Orchestra Bonn.

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  • Valentin

    Viola

    Valentin Holub is a classical violist from Germany. He is the principal violist and managing director of the Bavarian Chamber Philharmonic Orchestra and also plays in numerous orchestras such as the WDR Symphony Orchestra, WDR Funkhaus Orchestra, Gürzenich Orchestra Cologne, Concerto Cologne and many more. Valentin also plays in bands, with jazz musicians such as Chick Corea or Marius Neset.

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Involved Winning Artists

  • Nic Lagasse

    Composer/Performer/Engineer/Producer

    Nic, who comes from a European-Canadian background, plays bass guitar, guitar, stringed instruments, percussion, keyboard, flutes and sings. His curiosity has brought him from garage rock to psychedelic music, reggae, funk, hip hop, gamelan and Latin rhythms like salsa and cumbia. Nic’s main project over the past years has been an 8-piece Latin/Global fusion band. Since 2010 he has been hosting a global music show on radio in Canada.

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  • Msafiri Zawose

    Composer/Performer/Engineer/Producer

    Msafiri is a master of traditional gogo instruments such as the limba, filimbi, zeze, ngoma and marimba. He belongs to the Wagogo people of the Dodoma region and is the son of Hukwe Zawose, one of Tanzania's most important traditional musicians. Msafiri came into the limelight with his own interpretation of traditional gogo music, which he fused with a variety of contemporary influences. Since then, he has become one of the most prominent contemporary gogo musicians, releasing seven albums and touring the world.

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  • Annakattoa

    Composer/Performer

    Annakattoa, whose real name is Anna Saggi, is a singer, vocalist and musician from Tanzania. Her music is known for its unique sound, which she gets by mixing traditional instruments with multiple voices. Anna has been able to maintain a close connection to the traditional Tanzanian music style and has developed her own style of Afro-fusion, jazz, blues and taarab. Her influence can be felt through her songwriting, original compositions and vocal style.

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  • Marshall-Muze

    Songwriter, Composer, Singer/Vocalist and Producer

    Marshall-Muze is a musician, songwriter and producer from Nigeria. He started singing early at a local church. At school, his great talent in the performing arts stood out through his expressive stage acting, dance, poetry, debates and singing. He was in a boy band and later in a gospel boy band named ‘The Ecclesia’ and released various songs. Today he is one of Nigeria's top talents and is renowned for his deep and powerful lyrics. Marshall, who is a graduated lawyer, is also active as a creative director, topliner and activist.

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  • Collekta

    Co-Producer, Back-up Vocalist

    Festus Boahen Aboagy a.k.a. Collekta is a Ghanaian musician, record producer, mixing and mastering engineer, and videographer. He believes in the implementation of unconventional methods to create music and is a staunch advocate for the fusion of live and digital sounds. His mission is to build strong international networks and brands, and to promote music education with focus on the effective use of available technology.

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  • Akwasi Marley

    Spoken Word Rapper, Vocalist

    Akwasi Amo, popularly known as Akwasi Marley is a Ghanaian rapper, songwriter, producer and writer. He began his creative journey as a poet, screenwriter and writer, before branching into music, working amongst various production entities including T.H.E (The House Entertainment) and Replay Planet. His debut studio album is titled "Renegade".

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  • Patricio Pietrek

    Composer, arranger, bassist, guitarist, and play the melodica

    Patricio is a bassist and composer from Buenos Aires, Argentina. In 2018, he launched his first solo album with influences from Latin American, African and jazz music, which was released in Japan with highly positive reviews. As a bass player he was a member of the Latin American music orchestra A SAIDERA and shared various projects of Brazilian and Argentinean jazz music with renowned artists from the region.

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  • David Stauffacher

    Percussion

    David is a Swiss percussionist. He started his career at the age of nine and plays Congas, Timbales, Bongos, Batàs, Cajon, Pandeiro, Djembée, various small percussion instruments, drums and the piano. David, who has worked in Cuba, Brasil and Senegal performs in many different styles like Flamenco, Salsa, Pop, Jazz, Funk, Brasil, Rock and Hip Hop.

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  • Mariel Barreña

    Voice, Accordion

    Mariel is a singer, pianist and composer from Argentina. In addition, she plays accordion, guitar and percussion. She has just released her latest record and visual work: "Viva. Destino del Canto". It presents a repertoire of current Argentinian music under the influence and search of one's own voice. In 2019, she performed in Japan and Korea with the "Ensemble Selene". Mariel also teaches at the National University of La Plata in Buenos Aires.

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  • Lucas Nikotian

    Piano

    Lucas is a composer and multi-instrumentalist from Buenos Aires, Argentina. He studied composition at the University of La Plata and composition with electroacoustic devices at the National University of Quilmes. From 2004 to 2013, he was a member of the well-known group Puente Celeste, winner of the Konex Award for Best Jazz Group and the Clarín Award (Revelation of Folklore Group). He has performed in Argentina, Brazil, Colombia and Spain.

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  • Nadine Jeanne

    Singer, Composer, Lyricist, Piano

    Nadine Jeanne is a constant traveller to discover and experience music, stories, art, people and life. From French, German, Tahitian and Mongolian heritage she is a very versatile singer, composer, arranger, storyteller and actress. Nadine has studied at the Academy for Music and Theatre in Munich and loves to collaborate with all kinds of different artists. Go beyond with Nadine!

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  • Msafiri Zawose

    Voices, Chanting and Speaking, Poetry

    Msafiri is a master of traditional gogo instruments such as the limba, filimbi, zeze, ngoma and marimba. He belongs to the Wagogo people of the Dodoma region and is the son of Hukwe Zawose, one of Tanzania's most important traditional musicians. Msafiri came into the limelight with his own interpretation of traditional gogo music, which he fused with a variety of contemporary influences. Since then, he has become one of the most prominent contemporary gogo musicians, releasing seven albums and touring the world.

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  • Mauro Lazzaretto

    Arrangement, Voices, Electronic Grooves and Sounds

    Mauro is an Italian musician, singer, songwriter and producer. He built his musical background on different genres because of his curiosity. Mauro has played in bands from rock to funk, from Italian folklore to electro-pop and country. He mostly produces acoustic folk and rock blues records but recently expanded in electronic music. Mauro plays piano, acoustic and electric guitar, drums, bass, accordion and analog synthesizers.

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  • Natalie John

    Trumpet

    Natalie is a multi-instrumental musician from San Francisco, USA. She plays trumpet, piano and is a jazz/pop singer. She sings with a deep knowledge of the roots of the musical tradition and composes with open ears and broad-brush strokes to create a style all her own. She has a vibrant approach to contemporary jazz with complex harmonies and rhythms with heartbreaking melodies to portray stories of lost loves and new beginnings.

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  • Juan Barallobres

    Play Electric Piano, Synthetizer and Sampler

    Juan is an Argentinean composer and producer. From a wide timbral and expressive search, he shows his music in different formations and through varied aesthetics with contemporary, ambient, impressionist, acoustic and electric sounds. He is a member of several free improvisation groups and also composes music for movies and plays. In 2018 he released his first solo album and recently finished his second album.

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  • Heather Ella Rose

    Composer and Singer

    Heather Ella is a musician, singer, composer and also an international museum installation artist working with film, music and soundscapes. Based in the UK, she has moved countries 19 times since childhood what made her a global citizen with a huge love for the world, for music and for the power of art to connect people. Heather has long worked as a session singer, taught voice and directed choirs with a profound interest in world music.

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  • les teriba

    Singers

    The duo Les Teriba gives us pure groove in the traditional rhythms of Benin. In their performances they live powerful emotions. Body and mind are stimulated in an intense trance. You might think you hear the sacred masks Egun (spirits). A predominant theme of their songs is women and their place in the world. Les Teriba's new album will be released in September.

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  • Avellina

    Producer, Drummer, Gutarist

    Lucas Avellina is a multi-instrumentalist, producer and songwriter from Argentina. He began to discover the musical universe at the age of 6; he touched everything that offered him a sound. At 13, he formed his first rock, punk and pop groups. He had taught himself to play the piano and guitar before he began to study drums with Martin Visconti. He participated in various music genres from pop to jazz and released his first solo album in 2018. Lucas also works as a teacher and session musician.

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  • Joel Klein

    Admin, Guitar, Keyboards, Real Percussion, Drum programming, Backing Vocals, Composer, Arrangement

    Joel is a musician, composer and producer from South Africa. He was born in Paris and grew up in New York and Stockholm. Joel has been part of the South African music scene since 1995 and is one of the country's most sought-after session guitarists and musical directors, having recorded over 300 CDs and numerous TV and film soundtracks. Joel has worked extensively with Miriam Makeba and toured the world as guitarist of her band. He has also performed with many other South African legends such as Ray Phiri.

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  • Shaun Johannes

    Bass Guitar

    Shaun is a bassist, composer, arranger and producer from Cape Town, South Africa. He has been in the music business for over 20 years. Shaun is an autodidact who started as a pianist and moved on to electric and double bass and later did his master's degree at the South African College of Music. His love of music has made him the owner, sound engineer and producer of "Mahogany Recording Studios" in Cape Town.

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  • Malebo Mothema

    Lead Vocals, Backing Vocals, Composer

    Malebo is a singer and songwriter from South Africa. Her style of music can be described as Pan-African with lyrics full of love, unity, tolerance, peace, hope and encouragement. She released two albums blending different musical styles from all over Africa and the diaspora. Malebo was also featured on Beyonce’s remix of the song “I misss you”. She performed as a lead and backing vocalist for the Miriam Makeba Band.

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Involved Winning Artists

  • Juan Barallobres

    Mixing, Synth player, co Producer

    Juan is an Argentinean composer and producer. From a wide timbral and expressive search, he shows his music in different formations and through varied aesthetics with contemporary, ambient, impressionist, acoustic and electric sounds. He is a member of several free improvisation groups and also composes music for movies and plays. In 2018 he released his first solo album and recently finished his second album.

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  • Heather Ella Rose

    Composer, Singer, Pianist

    Heather Ella is a musician, singer, composer and also an international museum installation artist working with film, music and soundscapes. Based in the UK, she has moved countries 19 times since childhood what made her a global citizen with a huge love for the world, for music and for the power of art to connect people. Heather has long worked as a session singer, taught voice and directed choirs with a profound interest in world music.

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  • Marshall-Muze

    Producer, Singer, Co Composer

    Marshall-Muze is a musician, songwriter and producer from Nigeria. He started singing early at a local church. At school, his great talent in the performing arts stood out through his expressive stage acting, dance, poetry, debates and singing. He was in a boy band and later in a gospel boy band named ‘The Ecclesia’ and released various songs. Today he is one of Nigeria's top talents and is renowned for his deep and powerful lyrics. Marshall, who is a graduated lawyer, is also active as a creative director, topliner and activist.

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  • Jean Louis Mbe

    Singer,Songwriter and Arranger

    Jean Louis is an artist, singer, guitarist, composer and arranger from the center of Haute-Sanaga, Cameroon. He started his professional career in 2001 with his group Ziineuh, of which he is the bandleader. He released various singles; one became part of the clip ‘Afroqueen’. His latest opus ‘Yalaleeh’ is dedicated to world peace. Jean Louis has performed in various countries playing world music, pop and afro pop.

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  • Ueli Gasser

    Guitarist

    Ueli is a Swiss guitar player who is specialized in jazz and all related styles. Ever since he listened to the Beatles and Jimi Hendrix as a child, he decided to dedicate his life to the guitar. Ueli studied jazz guitar at the University of Bern and attended several master classes e.g. with Joe Zawinul and Scott Henderson. He works as a freelance studio musician and tours throughout Europe. Ueli is also emeritus professor for guitar at the Zurich University of the Arts (ZHdK). As a member of the Radio Big Band Zurich, he composes, arranges and records.

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  • Conny Schneider

    Saxophonist and Trumpeter

    Conny is a saxophone and trumpet player, composer and acrobat living in Senegal. She is famous for combines both: playing her instruments and performing on the trapeze. Born in Germany, Conny has been playing music from the age of six years on. Her second childhood passion, the circus, brought her to the State School of Circus Arts in Berlin. In the Netherlands Conny obtained the Bachelor of Jazz at Maastricht Conservatory. She performs with well-known artists such as Titi and Souleymane Faye.

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  • Bibiane Sadey

    Background vocals

    Bibiane is a singer, guitarist, composer and music producer from Cameroon. Born into a family of musicians, she was on stage from a very early age. After gaining her experience in cabarets, school concerts and choirs, Bibiane performed her first parts and backing vocals for artists such as Jacob Desvarieux, Tony Chasseur, Manu Dibango. Today, she performs in a variety of genres, but sees herself most as an Ethnic Afro-Jazz musician.

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  • Ben Bossambo

    Bassist, Composer and Arranger

    Ben is a composer, arranger and bassist from Cameroon in the field of smooth jazz fusion with funk and afro influences. He is also a sound designer and sound engineer. His passion for music manifested very early in his childhood. A multi-instrumentalist, Ben first started playing the piano before devoting himself especially to the bass. His young career is marked by fruitful collaborations with personalities such as the famous bassist André Manga, Aladji Touré, from whom he holds a master class diploma, as well as Queen Eteme, Macase, Sanzy Viany.

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  • Francis MBE

    Composer and Arranger

    Francis is an acoustic guitarist and singer from Cameroon, who started making music at a very young age. He is also a sound engineer, composer and arranger. Francis has worked and recorded with many great musicians such as Lokua Kanza, Lady Ponce and K-Tino. He owns the music studio "Black Feeling Records" with more than 1000 registered artists. Francis, who has written several songs himself, is currently working on his new album.

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Involved Winning Artists

  • Dyllann

    Lead Vocal, Composition, English Lyrics, Arrangement

    Divine Verkijika also known as Dyllann, is a Cameroonian pop/afro-fusion artist, composer, producer, singer, writer and a socio-cultural activist. He was a National Finalist in the 2018 AfriMusic Song Contest, the first and biggest music competition platform of its kind in Africa, and winner of the 2018 KamerFest Music Competition. Dyllann always strives to find ways to combine all his experiences into an international sound with pop that reflects where he comes from.

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  • Mariana Baraj

    Spanish Lyrics, Lead Vocals, Composition

    Mariana is an Argentinian singer, percussionist, charango player, producer and composer. With nine albums recorded she is often invited to perform at well-known music festivals around the world. She has won multiple awards, including twice the "Best Female Folklore Album" at the Gardel Awards and was nominated for a Latin Grammy Award. Mariana developed new elements to Argentine folkloric music by combining singing and percussion. She also created an artistic community project with and for children.

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  • Environmentalist

    Composition, Piano

    Environmentalist, also known as Mathias Kielholz, is a passionate, versatile guitar player, composer and arranger from Switzerland. His focus lies on intimate, acoustic music within the genres folk and jazz also as a singer and songwriter. He is a passionate environmentalist, lover of nature and permaculture gardener. His vision is to work on a ‘soundtrack of the climate movement’ in a folky, intimate, acoustic music style.

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  • Senhora do Ó

    Composer, Arranger, Portuguese Lyrics, Lead Vocal, Harmony Voice, Chants, Swahili Choir, Percussions (Singing Bowl, Adufe, Shaker, Shells), Virtual Instruments, Production

    Senhora do Ó, whose real name is Andreia João, is a Portuguese traditional singer, songwriter and producer. She is inspired by ethnic rhythms and shamanic melodies, harmonizing ambient backgrounds, preferably in Portuguese. Her passion ist to revitalize old Portuguese songbooks. She also sings Fado, which is related to her Iberian roots and language. As a producer, she works with different audio tools to keep the balance between electronic and acoustic environments.Senhora do Ó, whose real name is Andreia João, is a Portuguese traditional singer, songwriter and producer. She is inspired by ethnic rhythms and shamanic melodies, harmonizing ambient backgrounds, preferably in Portuguese. Her passion ist to revitalize old Portuguese songbooks. She also sings Fado, which is related to her Iberian roots and language. As a producer, she works with different audio tools to keep the balance between electronic and acoustic environments.

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  • SinaUbi Zawose

    Composer, Swahili Lyrics, Lead Swahili Vocal, Harmony Swahili Choir, Zeze

    SinaUbi was born into the musical dynasty of the Tanzanian Zawose family, which represents the Gogo tribe of the Dodoma region. He learned music as a traditional dancer and drummer at the age of ten under the supervision of the world-famous Hukwe Zawose. After his tutor died, SinaUbi continued to play music and studied at the Bagamoyo Arts and Cultural Institute. In 2019 he became semi-finalist of "East Africa Got Talent".

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  • Raushan Orazbayeva

    Composer, Kyl Kobyz

    Raushan is a Kazakhstani artist who plays the kyl-kobyz, a two-stringed bowed lute. Traditionally, kyl-kobyz are sacred instruments. Raushan has performed in many concert halls and has worked as a soloist in the folk music ensemble of the Presidential Orchestra of the Republic of Kazakhstan. She had the honour of playing the Kui "Akku" for the Pope when he visited Kazakhstan in 2001. Raushan also teaches at the Kazakh National University of the Arts.

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  • Elly Kellner

    Composition, English Lyrics & Arrangement, Lead- and Backing Vocals, Electric Guitar, Bass, Mix

    Singer-songwriter Elly from the Netherlands plays melodic sadcore and secret happy songs that feel like a soft, warm whisper in your ear. She serves melancholy mixed with radical honesty, all on a guitar with just four strings. In 2019, Elly was awarded with the Tamoil Culture Prize for the Arts & Literature. With her lyrics Elly tries to go beyond existing taboo, into the core of her inner world and give listeners a sense of security in this space.

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  • Nezar Omran

    Trumpet & Arrangement

    Nezar is a well-known trumpet and oud player, composer and arranger from Syria. He studied music at the Higher Institute of Music in Damascus. Nezar earned his Master's degree in Music Education from the Faculty of Education and became a trumpet teacher at the Higher Institute of Music in 2010. He plays the trumpet with a special "voice" and timbre. Nezar is specialized in oriental music, playing quarter tones and oriental Maqam.

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  • Yuji Nakagawa

    Sarangi & Arrangement

    Yuji is a sarangi player from Japan. He learned the instrument from the most recognized Indian Maestros such as the late Pt. Dhruba Ghosh, Ustad Faiyaz Ali Khan and Shri Sangeet Mishra. Yugi has given solo sarangi concerts throughout India and has performed with ensembles in numerous countries including Thailand, Singapore, the Netherlands, Canada and Japan. Yuji has received many awards and prizes, such as at the 2017 Osaka International Music Competition.

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  • bhoomitra

    Indian vocal improvisation

    Bhoomitra, whose real name is Dr Sunny Sandhu, works as a musician, music therapist and entrepreneur in the field of sustainability and environmental education. He received vocal training from Ustad Asad Ali Khan, described as the best Rudra Veena player in India. Bhoomitra also holds a medical degree from the All India Institute Of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) in New Delhi. In Kerala, India, he studied Ayurveda and Naturopathy. Currently, Bhoomitra lives in the South of France.

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  • Dyllann

    Drumbeat, African Lyrics & Arrangement, Lead- and Backing vocals

    Divine Verkijika also known as Dyllann, is a Cameroonian pop/afro-fusion artist, composer, producer, singer, writer and a socio-cultural activist. He was a National Finalist in the 2018 AfriMusic Song Contest, the first and biggest music competition platform of its kind in Africa, and winner of the 2018 KamerFest Music Competition. Dyllann always strives to find ways to combine all his experiences into an international sound with pop that reflects where he comes from.

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Some Jury Feedback

  • Vidala de la Espera
    Manu Katché gives feedback on the submission and explains what he would change to make it a standard.
  • Child Song
    The Mentors discuss the song and give insight into their selection process.
  • The Flower and the Raindrop
    Manu Katché talks about the structure of the song and elements he would improve on.
  • Last Dance
    Manu Katché shows how the song can develop even more potential in some parts.

Production

Play

Highest flexibility due to lockdown

The album Beyond Music Vol.2 was produced by the legendary Manu Katché. Manu's career as a drummer, composer, producer and arranger is unmatched. He has been working with the world's greatest artists since the 80s. Manu spent five weeks in a studio in Paris with mixing engineer Lucas D'Angelo to produce and mix the 16 album tracks from 60 artists spanning 26 countries. Due to worldwide travel restrictions caused by the virus pandemic, it was not possible for the participating artists to meet for album recording. After listening to the master tracks, the artists were overjoyed with the final result. It showed us that we can do anything even under difficult circumstances if we remain persistent and flexible. We named the album "Same Planet" because we are all connected and a solution to the problems on our earth is only possible if we take joint responsibility.

About Manu Katché

Singles & Album Releases

  • 1st Single Release Child Song
  • 2nd Single Release Vidala de la Espera
  • 3rd Single Release Meadow
  • Album Release Beyond Music Vol.2 Same Planet

Impressions

Album

An anthem to our precious planet Earth

The 60 artists from 26 countries represented on the album have collaborated across all difficulties and their isolations during the 2020 virus pandemic. Their 16 songs on the theme of "Songs for the Planet" are as diverse as the artists on our platform: they are about climate change, the extinction of endangered animals and plants, the protection of our children and women, the call for reconciliation of our planet Earth with its inhabitants, the concern about our future and a new awareness to interact with each other in this world. We named the album "Same Planet" because we are all connected and a solution to the problems can only be found if we all take responsibility together.

Tracks

  • 1. The Flower and
    the Raindrop
    Tamar & Netanel, Moshe Elmakias, Sandro Friedrich
  • 2. Tika We Andreas Bernitt, Ingrid White, Max-Hoba, Michael Anetsberger, Alexander McKenzie, Kyekyeku
  • 3. Last Dance Sasha Shlain, John Lumpkin, Jonathan Baptiste, Randy'd'dawn, Marcien Oyono Sasha Shlain, John Lumpkin, Jonathan Baptiste, Randy'd'
    dawn, Marcien Oyono
  • 4. Vidala de la Espera Mariel Barreña, Mariana Baraj, Jonathan Baptiste, Raushan Orazbayeva, Jan Schröder
  • 5. Dreamer Randy'd'dawn, Sasha Shlain, Andreas Bernitt
  • 6. Our World is blue Jörg Schnabel, Ingrid White, Sandro Friedrich, Kate Northrop, Freja Eriksen, KiKi Nam
    Nam, Diego Origlia, Judith Jakob, Niza Simukonda, Heather Ella Rose, Dyllann,
    Marnix Möhring, Sonja Wiedebusch, Valentin Holub
    Jörg Schnabel, Ingrid White, Sandro Friedrich, Kate Northrop, Freja Eriksen, KiKi Nam Nam, Diego Origlia, Judith Jakob, Niza Simukonda, Heather Ella Rose, Dyllann, Marnix Möhring, Sonja Wiedebusch, Valentin Holub
  • 7. Kijanisha the Planet Nic Lagasse, Msafiri Zawose, Anna Kattoa
  • 8. Child Song Marshall-Muze, Collekta, Akwasi Marley
  • 9. Más Acá Patricio Pietrek, David Stauffacher, Mariel Barreña, Lucas Nikotian
  • 10. Earth tell my eager hands Nadine Jeanne, Msafiri Zawose, Mauro Lazzaretto, Natalie John
  • 11. Beautiful Earth Juan Barallobres, Heather Ella Rose, Les Teriba, Avellina
  • 12. Bokamoso Joel Klein, Shaun Johannes, Malebo Mothema
  • 13. The things that matter Juan Barallobres, Heather Ella Rose, Marshall-Muze
  • 14. Sí ndôn Jean Louis Mbe, Ueli Gasser, Conny Schneider, Bibiane Sadey, Ben Bossambo, Francis MBE
  • 15. Meadow Dyllann, Mariana Baraj, Mathias Kielholz, David Stauffacher, Anat Porat
  • 16. Uivo de Lamento Senhora do Ó, SinaUbi Zawose, Raushan Orazbayeva
  • See full album credits

    Beyond Music Vol.2 Same Planet

    1. The Flower and the raindrop

    Composed by Tamar Amar
    Lyrics by Tamar Amar
    Vocals by Netanel Amar and Tamar Amar

    Netanel Amar (acoustic guitar), Moshe Elmakias (piano), Sandro Friedrich (bansuri), Eilon
    FreeMan (cello), Tamar Amar (violin), JY D’Angelo (bass), Manu Katché (additional drums)

    2. Tika We

    Composed by Andreas Bernitt, Ingrid White and Max-Hoba
    Lyrics by Ingrid White and Max-Hoba
    Vocals by Ingrid White (lead vocals), Max-Hoba (lead vocals) and Andreas Bernitt (backing vocals)

    Kyekyeku (arrangement, guitar, bass), Michael Anetsberger (arrangement, drums,
    percussion), Alexander McKenzie (arrangement, piano, keys), Ingrid White (piano), Andreas
    Bernitt (strings), JY D’Angelo (additional bass), Manu Katché (additional drums)

    3. Last Dance

    Composed by Sasha Shlain
    Lyrics by Randy’d’dawn
    Vocals by Randy’d’dawn (spoken word, rap)

    John Lumpkin II (drum set), Jonathan Baptiste (electric bass), Marcien Oyono (guitars), Sasha
    Shlain (synths, electric organ, programming)

    4. Vidala de La Espera

    Composed by Mariel Barreña
    Lyrics by Mariel Barreña
    Vocals by Mariel Barreña (lead vocal, vocal chorus), Mariana Baraj (lead vocal, vocal chorus),
    Raushan Orazbayeva (spoken voice) and Jan Schröder (spoken voice)

    Mariel Barreña (piano, accordion, bombo legüero), Mariana Baraj (percussion, bombo
    legüero, semillas y udú), Jonathan Baptiste (double bass), Raushan Orazbayeva (kyl-kobyz),
    Jan Schröder (guitar)

    5. Dreamer

    Composed by Andreas Bernitt
    Lyrics by Randy'd'dawn
    Vocals by Randy'd'dawn (lead vocals, backing vocals, main chorus, spoken word, rap)

    Andreas Bernitt (violin, piano, synth and vocal as part of the instrument), Sasha Shlain (producer, engineer)

    6. Our World is blue

    Composed by Jörg Schnabel
    Lyrics by Kate Northrop and Jörg Schnabel
    Vocals (lead and backing vocals) by Apollonia Bascoul, Diego Origlia, Dyllann, Freja Eriksen,
    Heather Ella Rose, Ingrid White, Judith Jakob, Kiki Nam Nam, Jörg Schnabel and Niza
    Simukonda

    Sandro Friedrich (pivana flute), Sonja Wiedebusch (violin), Valentin Holub (viola), Marnix
    Möhring (cello), Kate Northrop (celtic harp), Jörg Schnabel (acoustic & electric guitars, bass,
    keyboards, arrangement, production)

    7. Kijanisha the Planet

    Composed by Msafiri Zawose and Nic Legacy
    Lyrics by Msafiri Zawose and Anna Kattoa
    Vocals by Msafiri Zawose (lead, backup, chorus vocals) and Anna Kattoa (lead and chorus vocals)

    Msafiri Zawose (ilimba, percussion, zeze), Nic Legacy (bass guitar, drum programming,
    electric guitar), Manu Katché (additional drums and percussion)

    8. Child Song

    Composed by Marshall-Muze
    Lyrics by Marshall-Muze and Akwasi Marley
    Vocals by Marshall-Muze (lead vocals, backing vocals), Akwasi Marley (spoken word, rap)
    and Collekta (backing vocals)

    Marshall-Muze (keys, synths), Collekta (talkbox), JY D’Angelo (bass), Manu Katché (additional drums)

    9. Más acá

    Composed by Patricio Pietrek
    Vocals by Mariel Barreña

    Patricio Pietrek (bass, guitars, melódica), Lucas Nikotian (piano), Mariel Barreña (accordion),
    David Stauffacher (percussion), Federico Randazzo (flute,clarinet)

    10. Earth tell my eager Hands

    Composed by Nadine Jeanne
    Lyrics by Nadine Jeanne and Msafiri Zawose
    Vocals by Nadine Jeanne (lead vocals, backing vocals), Msafiri Zawose (spoken words,
    backing vocals) and Mauro Lazzaretto (backing vocals)

    Nadine Jeanne (electric piano), Mauro Lazzaretto (percussions sampling and programming,
    analog synthesizers), Natalie John (trumpet)

    11. Beautiful Earth

    Composed by Heather Ella Rose
    Lyrics by Heather Ella Rose
    Vocals by Heather Ella Rose and Les Teriba

    Juan Barallobres (keyboards, electronics and synthesizers) Avellina (drums and guitars),
    JY D’Angelo (additional guitars), Manu Katché (hi hat & tambourine)

    12. Bokamoso

    Composed by Joel Klein and Malebo Mothema
    Lyrics by Malebo Mothema
    Vocals by Malebo Mothema (lead vocals, backing vocals, chorus) and Joel Klein (additional backing vocals)

    Shaun Johannes (bass), Joel Klein (guitars, keyboards, kalimba, percussion, percussion &
    drum programming);

    13. The Things that matter

    Composed by Heather Ella Rose and Marshall-Muze
    Lyrics by Heather Ella Rose and Marshall-Muze
    Vocals by Marshall-Muze (lead vocals) and Heather Ella Rose (lead vocals)

    Juan Barallobres (keyboards, electronics and synthesizer), JY D’Angelo (moog bass)

    14. Sí ndôn

    Composed by Francis Mbe, Ben Bossambo, Jean Louis Mbe, Conny Schneider, Ueli Gasser
    and Bibiane Sadey
    Lyrics by Jean Louis Mbe
    Vocals by Jean Louis Mbe (lead vocals) and Bibiane Sadey (background vocals)

    Ben Bossambo (bass guitar), Ueli Gasser (guitars), Conny Schneider (saxophone, trumpet),
    Francis Mbe (programming and arranger), Ben Bossambo (programming and arranger), Jean
    Louis Mbe (arranger), JY D’Angelo (piano), Manu Katché (hi hat)

    15. Meadow

    Composed by Dyllann, Mariana Baraj, Mathias Kielholz and David Stauffacher
    Lyrics by Dyllann, Mariana Baraj and Anat Porat
    Vocals by Dyllann, Mariana Baraj and Anat Porat

    Mathias Kielholz (piano), David Stauffacher (drums, percussions, keyboard, bass, guitars), JY
    D’Angelo (piano), Manu Katché (hi hat)

    16. Uivo de lamento

    Composed by Senhora do Ó
    Lyrics by Senhora do Ó and SinaUbi Zawose
    Vocals by Senhora do Ó (lead Portuguese vocals, vocal ensemble, Swahili backing vocal),
    SinaUbi Zawose (lead Swahili vocals, backing vocals)

    Senhora do Ó (virtual instruments, adufe, singing bowl, shaker, shells), SinaUbi Zawose
    (zeze), Raushan Orazbayeva (kyl-kobyz)

    ALL TRACKS

    All tracks produced by Manu Katché
    All tracks re-recordings and mixing by Lucas D’Angelo at D’Angelo Sound Studio,
    Paris, France

    Manu Katché would like to thank Yamaha, Zildjian and Remo

  • See album lyrics

    Beyond Music Vol. 2 Same Planet

    1. The Flower and the Raindrop

    Hey there, little drop
    You’ve come to me from high atop the sky,
    From passing clouds above
    I’ve been waiting just for you
    I’ve looked and searched the morning dew
    waiting, for a sign.

    I was born and grew on this land
    I've seen many others wither into sand
    Seasons passed me by, and many winds did blow
    And then you came.

    Hey there, little bud
    I’ve seen you there among the trees and brush
    Waiting for me
    I’ve been looking, for so long
    Wondering where I belong
    but now, I found a home.

    I’ve been on the journey of my life
    I have seen a great fire in the sky
    I’ve spent so many days on my path to you
    And finally, there was you.

    Hey there, little drop
    The time has come for you to make a stop
    We may not stay together
    Soon my seed will dry
    But don't you worry I won't die
    I’ll wait, to see you once again.

    And then, the morning sun will shine,
    We’ll meet and make it all worthwhile.
    A brand-new season a brand-new start
    And then we will never be apart.

    2. Tika We (Wonder of life)

    Verse 1
    Choose sustainable
    Use long-lasting light bulbs
    Plant a tree, educate yourself
    You, you can make a change

    Chorus
    Tika we (×4) x2


    Wonder of life

    Verse 2
    Reduce, reuse, recycle
    Cut down on what you, you throw away (×2)

    Chorus
    Tika we (×4) x2


    Wonder of life

    Bridge
    Na nou we dougue do wa
    Soma dougue da wa
    Nza nou we eh eh eh
    Na nou we dougue do wa
    Soma dougue da wa
    Na nou we eh eh eh


    Come all let’s preserve our beautiful planet
    Let’s all come together

    Come all let’s preserve our beautiful planet
    Let’s all come together

    Chorus
    Tika we (x4) x8 (ad libs)


    Wonder of life

    3. Last Dance

    Hey hey would you wanna
    Hey hey would you wanna dance hey hey

    Me and world are spinning around
    Did you hear me screaming dreaming of sound
    That was meant to wake the people in my town
    Before the deaf ears got infectious
    Now the world couldn't hear my sound
    left me no choice to dance or drown
    In my voice I had to make a choice
    I'm no danger to stranger but myself
    About to dance on my very last breath
    Nothing can stop me
    I will not leave
    memory of a dying earth
    Thou shall not kill up what about Earth
    Music uplifts the spirit
    In this tonight's breeze and Divine Spring
    Won't let the world bleed but my own feet

    Hey hey I wanna (x5)
    Who I should not be
    Every time when I get down on my knees
    Shouldn't be the time every time you hear me saying please
    Conflict improvised who should I please
    Guilty not plead I would lead
    Greed is killing the planet
    Give up that bid
    That's what I think
    Guess what he said
    I am money driven
    Call me what you like
    I like rap and blues that remind me of no purpose
    I'm famous with the ball like Amokachi
    You want to own the world you need worship me
    Who wouldn't I please who wouldn't I please
    unless not thirsty of 3 quarters of earth
    made out of water
    Whoever you plus equals me and your distress
    Are you gonna bury us all
    Are you serious

    Please don't kill me Please don't kill me
    I'm on my last dance
    Please don't kill me hey hey I wanna dance (x2)
    Hey hey I wanna (x9)

    For my peeps in case, you wanna dance dance
    Hip hop heads on your b boy stance
    Dance of life is made of steps
    To take a step choose wisely your next (x2)

    Aren't you gonna miss the world you should take a picture
    Reason you gonna miss the world you ain't take it with ya
    Living this life what are we doing
    Who would be wrong living on the other side
    This memory of lives never lost me
    To my teacher who just passed Mr. Stanley and all my little hommies rest in peace Janet hommie
    Free at least from the horrific situation
    The world facing today
    Without the least of shame
    So I'm going I'm going until tomorrow
    I would want every day singing the same song (x2)

    Every day from today
    I wish the world would last one more dance
    Don't stop this music so the world would keep on spinning (x5)

    Please don't kill me Please don't kill me
    I'm on my last dance
    Please don't kill me hey hey I wanna dance (x2)

    Hey hey I wanna
    Hey Hey would you wanna dance
    Hey hey do you wanna dance
    Hey hey I wanna (x5)

    4. Vidala de la Espera (Vidala of waiting)

    Faith and hope in our sacred music,
    Faith and hope in our sacred humanity.


    Todo es quietud en la tierra
    El viento oculta su voz
    Música de las esferas
    No hay tiempo, no hay hora, no hay Dios.


    Everything is stillness on earth
    The wind hides his voice
    Music of the spheres
    There is no time, there is no time, there is no
    God.


    Arriba el agua abismal
    Abajo el cielo lloró


    Above the abysmal water
    Down below the sky wept

    Ya no cantan las estrellas
    No puedo escuchar su voz.

    The stars no longer sing
    I can't hear your voice.

    Sola en la vasta llanura
    De frente a mi corazón
    Vacua esperanza y fortuna
    Vidala dile Adiós.

    Alone on the vast plain
    In front of my heart
    Empty hope and fortune
    “Vidala” say goodbye

    La lluvia nueva traerá
    Fé en mi sosiego interior

    The new rain will bring
    Faith in my inner calm

    Amanece un nuevo día
    Reverdece el amor.

    A new day dawns
    Love grows green.

    5. Dreamer

    I been in thirst in search of love
    Praying for greatness from above
    Should have played scrabble my life bubble will still be intact
    I know my flaws is what you don't love
    It takes a person and one law to call it love
    My heart goes out to all broken hearts
    Choosing to be a better man environment not making easy
    Kind of pain
    Never seen or sang before
    Scribbling for words
    To only find rappers
    That don't mean what they say
    I say hey now
    Take the now from never
    Doesn't take a heaven's child
    To put things back together
    Making it obvious
    Fight now
    Uh until when
    No more suffering
    Of innocent children
    In protecting them we should arise to protect their dreams

    Anything you can do anything
    In your heart you can do anything
    Anything anything can happen
    In the mind of a dreamer
    Anything you can do anything
    In your heart you can do anything
    You’re what it takes to do anything
    What does it take to be a dreamer?
    Anything you can do anything
    In your heart you can do anything
    Anything anything can happen
    In the mind of a dreamer
    Anything you can do anything
    In your heart you can do anything
    You’re what it takes to do anything
    What does it take to be a dreamer?

    Hello sunshine I see you shining
    Hope you see me grow
    Every after dawn
    Did you see some girl by the name called Martha?
    Her brave heart the subject of this song
    She is meant to grow up and be a leader
    Fight starts to finish those battles within her
    Takes care of her family as she grows older
    Moves in new city to pursue her Master
    Found some answers inside her Master
    Forgot all pain before 19
    Everything I see beyond everything that is real
    This warrior lives beyond 19
    Dreams don't crush them when I look back on them
    I'm staring back on my own mirror

    Anything you can do anything
    In your heart you can do anything
    Anything anything can happen
    In the mind of a dreamer
    Anything you can do anything
    In your heart you can do anything
    You’re what it takes to do anything
    What does it take to be a dreamer?
    Anything you can do anything
    In your heart you can do anything
    Anything anything can happen
    In the mind of a dreamer
    Anything you can do anything
    In your heart you can do anything
    You’re what it takes to do anything
    What does it take to be a dreamer?

    Hello moonlight you should know
    Your glow last night was more than a show
    To last a lifetime for me and soul
    When you speak to kids teach hope can grow
    Same garden of hearts they should plant roses of love
    Underneath every soil there is a pure heart
    Underneath every boy and girl there is a brave heart
    Who takes a walk in the park in the dark?
    Every soul’s yearning is to speak with every heart
    And gain virtues for the most part
    Everything I see beyond everything that is real
    Spirit of warrior lives beyond 16
    Dreams don’t crush them
    When I look past them, I’m staring back on my own mirror

    Anything, Everything, Anyone, Every Dream….

    6. Our World is blue

    Verse 1
    The last light of day
    A dusky blue evening
    Dew drops paint the world
    And starlight is gleaming

    Life wants to live
    The forest filled with music
    The sea is full of songs
    The air glowing lucid

    White mist shrouds the pond
    And fish dance the tango
    And birds fly far beyond
    Swans sway the fandango

    Pre-Chorus
    La planète est bleue
    Et ce monde est beau
    Die Welt ist schön
    Unser Planet ist blau


    The planet is blue
    And this world is beautiful
    The world is beautiful
    Our planet is blue

    Chorus Our world is blue
    We'll never get another
    Life springs anew
    Still so much to discover

    Our world is blue
    Our beautiful mother
    Her beauty so true
    Stop making her suffer

    Our world is so blue
    Our world is so blue

    Verse 2
    Clouds drifting apart
    The moon greets the morning
    The sun warms every heart
    We welcome the dawning

    Trees dance in the wind
    Like an endless ballet
    The waves come rolling in
    And the breeze loves to play

    The mountains stand proud
    In pure snow-white robes
    The glaciers dreaming now
    Trying not to lose hope

    Pre-Chorus
    La planète est bleue
    Et ce monde est beau
    La tierra es hermosa
    El mundi tan azul


    The planet is blue
    And this world is beautiful
    The land is beautiful
    Our world is blue

    Chorus
    Our world is blue
    We'll never get another
    Life springs anew
    Still so much to discover

    Our world is blue
    Our beautiful mother
    Her beauty so true
    Stop making her suffer

    Our world is so blue
    Our world is so blue

    7. Kijanisha the Planet

    Kilimo shamba mazao bora kupata
    Iwe kwa binadam hata na ndege wanyama
    Aridhi salama kuna faida kemkem
    miti usikate visiki uhai uvipe
    Weka matuta eneo uzio husika
    maporomoko ya maji pindi yanaposhuka
    uoto wa asili kwa wingi utajiotea
    nzuri ki rutba mvua kwa mpigo kushuka
    mazao kwame idadi haito toweka
    iwe kupanda miti ishirini iache kufyekwa
    kupanda kwenye ukubwa wa kila heka

    The best land is turned into farms
    Great for the human race and even birds of prey
    A safe environment has benefits
    But don't cut down the trees to give life
    Place ridges on the fence
    When a waterfall descends
    Natural vegetation will grow in abundance
    Good clean rainwater drops to the beat
    The crops will never run out of water
    Twenty trees should be planted but not pruned
    On each landing

    Hali ya ujenzi kilimo cha kisasa
    Vivuli tunavikosa, mananga kuongezeka,
    vyanzo vya maji kukauka

    The state of modern agriculture, there is no
    more shade
    Sunflowers are growing, but water sources dry up

    Kijanisha
    Weka dunia ing’ale poa
    Kijanisha
    Linda misitu wacha kuing'oa
    Kijanisha
    Weka dunia to make it grow up
    Kijanisha
    Linda misitu to shine pure

    Regreen
    Keep the world cool
    Regreen
    Protect the forests
    Regreen
    Save the world to make it grow up
    Regreen
    Guard the forests to shine pure

    Hasara hufuata, janga la njaa vimbunga skata
    Hasara hufuata mabadiliko ya mfumo wa anga
    Mbaya kwa binadamu hata na ndege wanyama
    Kimfumo wa afya mangojwa tapatapa
    Kiuchumi hutesa taifa litapotea
    Tuwe na fikra mfumo mzuri husika
    Miti na ardhi maisha yetu safi
    Uwe mkulima mkapa mkaa dereva wa trecta
    Mfugaji malisho ya ng’ombe usifanye uzembe

    Losses follow, catastrophic famine strikes
    Because of a change in the atmospheric system
    Too bad for humans and even birds
    Health system are affected now
    Economic tortures, the nation will be lost
    Let's make a new system
    Trees and earth, live clean
    Become a farmer and give charcoal to a tractor driver
    Don't be careless with cattle pasture

    Kukata miti pasipo kupanda husabisha majanga
    Mvua hukoma kunyesha joto la jua hutanda

    Kijanisha
    Weka dunia ing’ale poa
    Kijanisha
    Linda misitu wacha kuing'oa
    Kijanisha
    Weka dunia to make it grow up
    Kijanisha
    Linda misitu to shine pure

    Deforestation causes disasters
    The rain ceases and the heat of the sun warms

    Regreen
    Keep the world cool
    Regreen
    Protect forests from deforestation
    Regreen
    Save the world to make it grow up
    Regreen
    Guard the forests to shine pure

    Kukata miti pasipo kupanda
    Vyanzo vya maji hukauka na mabwawa yote
    hunyauka
    Ufahari wa ujenzi wa kilimo chakisasa, vivuri
    tunavikosa
    Mjanga yanaongezeka, kijanisha!

    Cutting down the trees without replanting
    The water sources dry up
    With the weight of modern agricultural
    production
    Tragedy strikes
    Regreen and reconnect!

    8. Child Song

    Verse 1
    Children and Mothers,
    Calling for Mercy,
    They wonder where we are,

    Oh,
    We owe them the answers,
    No matter what the price is,
    And that is who we are...

    Hey, I see a picture - a picture,
    Where nothing is stolen... Oh yeah,

    And yes, I see a future - a future,
    Where no child is broken.

    Hook:
    Oh, sing me a song, a good song, Sing a Child Song.

    Sing me a song, a good song, Sing a Child Song.

    Hype:
    Yeah,
    Eh-eh-eh-eh-eh-eh yeah eh-hey

    The child song, yeah eh

    (Song, sing a child song)
    The child song, yeah eh

    (Song, Sing a Child Song)
    The child song, yeah ehh

    (Song)
    Sing the right song...

    Verse 2 (Rap)
    The business
    The witness
    The sickness is so deep
    The weakness
    The eve's curse
    The silence is broken
    The brightest
    The light years
    The highest are chosen
    The Jah bless
    The man curse
    The eye red no knor tii
    The children
    The millions
    The leaders are joking
    The patriots
    The haters
    The fakeness is okay
    For freedom
    The Kingdom
    The wisdom turn syndrome
    For peace and for Jesus
    His answers will please us
    Keep grinding
    Keep shining
    And sing me a child song
    The fathers
    The Mothers
    Sing me a child song
    The sisters
    The brothers
    Sing me a child song
    The Lion of Zion
    Sing me a child song

    Hook:
    Oh, sing me a song, a good song, Sing a Child Song.

    Sing me a song, a good song, Sing a Child Song.

    Hype:
    Yeah,

    Chants... Oh... Oh...
    Eh-eh-eh-eh-eh-eh yeah eh-hey

    The child song, yeah eh

    (Song, sing a child song)
    The child song, yeah eh

    Make we sing am well oh

    (Song, Sing a Child Song)
    The child song, yeah ehh

    Make we sound am clearly o

    (Song)
    Sing the right song...

    The children are the future...

    Mmm yeah ah yeah eh
    Ah yea yea yea

    Oh, oh oh uhh ohh hmmm

    Hey ehhh, for the children, for the children...

    Uhh ohh, oh, for the children, all the children, hmm mm.

    9. Más Acá (Beyond)

    No lyrics, vocal interpretations.

    10. Earth tell my eager hands

    Earth, please tell these eager hands
    How to work and treat your lands

    Will you give what we need
    Will you share
    Will you feed?

    Earth, you take this falling sweat
    Day by day till sun is set

    Will you give what we need
    Will you care
    Will we reap?

    My heart beats your rhythm
    My blood holds your soul
    Facing weathers as they roll
    Will you give

    Earth, be gentle to my kind
    My grateful hands will not be blind

    Will you give what we need
    Will you care
    Will we reap?

    11. Beautiful Earth

    I love the sky
    I love the seas
    I love the earth
    I love the trees

    I love the birds
    I love the bees
    I love the beauty
    And I love the beasts

    I love the joy
    The sorrow too
    I love the hope
    I love the truth

    I love people
    From everywhere
    We’re bound together
    Like a thousand prayers

    Oh, love love love
    It’s a beautiful earth
    Oh love…
    It’s a beautiful earth
    Oh, love love love
    Love love love
    It’s a beautiful world

    I love the mess
    mistakes we’ve made
    It’s how we learn
    Like kids at play

    I love the shame
    The sorrow too
    The saddest things
    Are Our greatest truths

    So, love love love
    It’s a beautiful earth
    …..
    It’s a beautiful world

    I love the hills
    And mountains too
    The sand and rains
    the skies so blue

    We can get lost
    But we will find
    Ways to survive
    New ways to thrive

    Love… it’s a beautiful earth

    We have to change
    The mess we’ve made
    It’s not too late
    Can’t hesitate

    Things may be bad
    Or may be good
    There’s only one
    Universal truth

    And that’s to love love love
    The beautiful earth
    And Praise praise praise
    All the people on earth
    If we try try try try
    we don’t have to fight
    there’s only love love love
    in the whole universe

    12. Bokamoso (The Future)

    Verse 1
    It begins with me and you
    Show love, show compassion
    Let's lift each other up
    One by one, we can heal the world
    A re bontšhaneng botho
    A re emeletšaneng
    A re thušaneng
    Re aganeng, A re aganeng






    Let's show each other 'botho' (humanity,
    kindness, unity)
    Let's lift each other up
    Let's help each other
    Let's build each other, build each other

    Chorus:
    A re tlogeleng bokamoso bjo bo botse


    Let's leave behind a better tomorrow,
    future

    For our future generations

    Verse 2
    What are we gonna leave behind?
    For our children, for the future
    Can't you see the distraction
    Of our planet, of our people
    Raging wars, can we find peace
    I pray can we open our eyes

    Future
    He ye hi he ye
    A re naganeng ka bokamoso


    He ye hi he ye
    Let us think about the future

    13. The things that matter

    When the Victim called for help,
    All we gave Her was our Silence,
    And now it seems as if; The world is in a...
    Never Ending Loop of Violence.

    Oh, and our Past has shown us
    We must show our Presence...

    And the world begins to end the day we are silent about the things that matter
    And our hearts can only mend, the day that we speak up about the things that matter

    Do you often times Wonder?
    Why are Humans so Asunder?
    What are the things that put us Under?
    We speak to others, but not for Others.
    Such a Blunder - Oh God!!!

    This Earth needs more Love,
    This Earth need Lovers,
    And Lawyers,
    And Talkers

    Be our Brothers Keepers,
    Speak for all our Brothers,
    Defend one another,
    Be more like Martin Luther...

    Oh yeah...
    If you know you got something that really must be Said,
    Then you Say It...
    Cause if you don't
    Then you'll be letting down those who'll be needing Saving...
    If you know you got something that really must be Said,
    Then you...

    14. Sí ndôn (The Planet)

    Verse 1:
    Djé eneu enyin éeee?
    A bot ya sí gnou
    Djé éneu enyin ééeee?
    bot ya sí gnou.
    Mading me yen aneu mia samba oo uuu hummm
    Uuuummmmmmm


    What is life?
    Ahhh, inhabitants of the earth?
    What is life?
    Ahhh, inhabitants of the earth?
    I love to see you moving, up and down in joy and peace
    in this land that I gave you to live in.
    Uuuummmmmmmmm

    Refrain: ×2

    Chorus:
    Ouyé yéeee

    Lead:
    yeu mingueuleu wé ah ha!


    You're still there, I hope?

    Chorus:
    aah haaaan

    Lead:
    héee ha uuuum

    Chorus:
    Ou yé yé

    Lead:
    Yeu mi neu wé haaann han!


    Do you feel good there

    Chorus:
    Aah haaann! ×2


    aah yes yes yes × 2

    Verse 2:
    Oneu zamba anga té yop à sí a man a biom
    bisseu bineu étéré hunn!
    Douma à ékan ébô beau wô,
    nnom étô ya nnom étô haaann!
    Aboui ngan ooo
    Huuuuumm
    -Bia veu wô douma


    You are the creator of the sky, the earth, the
    sea and everything in it,
    honour and glory to you lord
    for centuries and centuries.
    Thank you for everything
    Huuuuumm
    We give you thanks

    Refrain (x2)
    Bridge:
    Enying eneu djé ngueu ta wô zamba
    Enying eneu djé ngueu ta wô zamba ×4


    Bridge:

    What would life be like without you lord? (4x)

    15. Meadow

    I love the sunrise
    I love the moonlight
    I love when I’m looking at you

    I love when it rains oh
    I love when the wind blows
    I love taking pictures with you

    But how can I, live with myself?
    How can I? When I know I’ll never see you again?
    But how can I, live with myself?
    When I know my action put you extinct

    Chorus (x2)
    Weh Weh ah, Weh weh Ah, Weh Weh ah
    Weh Weh ah, Weh weh Ah, Weh Weh ah
    Weh Weh ah, Weh weh Ah, Weh Weh ah
    Weh Weh ah, Weh weh Ah, Weh Weh ah

    To the birds in the sky and the fish in the sea
    The cats in the wild, and the pets at home
    the worms in the grounds; and insects on free
    The trees in the wild and crops at home

    Verse 2
    Tiempo de cuidar
    Tiempo de ayudar
    Tiempo de no lastimarnos más 2X


    Time to care,
    Time to help
    Time not to get hurt any more 2X

    Tiempo de cuidar, ayudar, respetar y no
    lastimar (x2)

    Time to care, help, respect and not hurt 2X

    Nada soy si no te tengo
    Quedo solo sin aliento
    Sin ti nada soy, Contigo hay una razón 4X

    Without you I'm nothing
    Alone and out of breath
    With you, there's a reason 4X

    Chorus (x2)
    Weh Weh ah, Weh weh Ah, Weh Weh ah
    Weh Weh ah, Weh weh Ah, Weh Weh ah
    Weh Weh ah, Weh weh Ah, Weh Weh ah
    Weh Weh ah, Weh weh Ah, Weh Weh ah

    To the birds in the sky and the fish in the sea
    The cats in the wild, and the pets at home
    the worms in the grounds; and insects on free
    The trees in the wild and crops at home

    Verse 3
    I wish that I could
    Give my children everything I had and more
    And I know that my generation, mistreated nature
    And it will never be like before

    So how can I, live with myself
    How can I; when I know it will never be the same
    How can I, live with myself?
    How can I? When I know my actions put it at risk

    Chorus (x2)
    Weh Weh ah, Weh weh Ah, Weh Weh ah
    Weh Weh ah, Weh weh Ah, Weh Weh ah
    Weh Weh ah, Weh weh Ah, Weh Weh ah
    Weh Weh ah, Weh weh Ah, Weh Weh ah

    To the birds in the sky and the fish in the sea
    The cats in the wild, and the pets at home
    the worms in the grounds; and insects on free
    The trees in the wild and crops at home

    16. Uivo de Lamento

    Lamento o Lamento

    I Lament the Lament

    Lamento o lamento de quem me alimenta a
    mim

    I lament the lament of those who feed me

    Ver gente pendente e descrente de si

    Seeing self-doubtful pending people

    Ser um pau mandado e roubado e queimado
    no chão

    Being a lapdog and stolen and burned on the ground

    Nas ruas que são tuas e cruas em tal solidão

    In the streets that are yours and raw in such solitude

    Lamento o lamento de quem me alimenta a
    mim

    I lament the lament of those who feed me

    A Terra ainda berra e ferra cantigas assim

    The Earth still screams and stings songs like this

    E troco o meu canto plo pranto enquanto
    adormeço

    And I switch my singing for weeping while I fall
    asleep

    E vivo em sentido, perdido e medido plo preço

    And I live sentenced, lost and measured by price

    Aiya Eo Hoiye, Aiya Eo Hoiye, Ane, Ane Ane Ane Hoiye

    Ngaila Nene Ngaila

    I suffer, I suffer

    Kuomboleza omboleza ombo Nae
    Maisha haya maisha haya maisha wewe
    Kuomboleza ombo ombo nae
    Maisha maisha maisha maisha wewe

    To mourn the mourners to mourn
    This life, this life, this life you
    To mourn, the mourners
    This this life, this life you

    Lamento, lamento, lamento Kuomboleza

    I lament, I lament, I lament to mourn

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