Here is another excellent blog post by four students in my “Muslims in American Society” course at Rice University. “Learning about the influence of Islam in hip-hop is important for a multitude reasons that impact both people in and out of the Muslim American community. Firstly, it highlights the contributions that Muslims have made to…… Continue reading Hip-Hop’s Muslim American Influence
In 2003, Nelson Mandela visited Ireland when we hosted the Special Olympics. As part of his visit, he travelled to NUI Galway to receive an honorary degree. The Corrs played at an event after the ceremony. Nelson Mandela was, quite literally, first on the dancefloor. He rolled out his trademark dance – known as the…… Continue reading Video: When Nelson Mandela danced to an Irish tune in Galway
I find this song inspiring. My favourite part comes at 3:10.
I heard this song on the radio this lovely morning. The disc jockey said that it is one of the greatest songs ever written by a human being. True story.
Things have been going wrong Long enough to know everything is right Been walking in the dark, long enough to know I finally see the light I’ve been losing long enough to know When I finally won And even a blind man can tell When he’s walking in the sun Cried enough tears to know…… Continue reading Music: Some soul in walking in the sun
Almost heaven, West Jamaica True ridge mountains Shining Minko River All my friends there Older than those ridge Younger than the mountains Blowin’ like a breeze Country roads take me home To the place I belong West Jamaica, my ol’ momma Take me home country roads I heard her voice In the mornin’ hour she…… Continue reading Music: Toots and Country Roads
This is a fantastic live performance by a very powerful character. I love how she uses her arms to communicate her expression. I also ask you to follow the lyrics when they appear because they are very beautiful.
It is okay to be corny once in a while if it brings out good vibes. It is all about understanding anyways. This song reminds me to reach out to people. To travel with people. To trust people. You should listen to it.
Listen carefully. I am interested to hear about your interpretation of this tune. Leave it below and I will share mine.
Taken at a quaint pub in late May 2012. We were in Glencolumbkille. It is a tradition for all newcomers to sing or share a poem in the sing-a-long. I sang ‘What’s Left of the Flag’ by Flogging Molly. Mel sang along with all. Great craic!
The other night I had the opportunity to attend my second iftar of 2012 at the American Islamic Congress over on Newbury Street in Boston. This was a community iftar (the previous one I attended had the theme of South Asian) that welcomed a graduate student from Northeastern who demonstrated his fine tar skills. The tar is an important and popular…… Continue reading Music: Iranian tar player at American Islamic Congress iftar on Newbury St. (Boston)
The lead singer is a powerful woman! I can feel her soul, can you? Totally diggin it. By Alabama Shakes.
I will never forget the first time I heard this song – over dinner on a brilliant, 11th century château in the southern France countryside.
A mysterious song here.
I visited this dude every day. I enjoyed sitting and listening to his soothing rhythm.
I shot this on May 8th on a bright and sunny day in Athens. Of course I tipped him and asked for permission to film.
My jam for the day.
Stumbled across this powerful voice on the street while coming home from a night out on the town. Quite impressive, though I can’t translate one word.
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