Bahamas. From the Islands to the World
Description
Musician, Fred Ferguson, gives a tour of downtown Nassau, while describing the enduring impact of Bahamian folk music and icons such as Joseph Spence on the world’s sound. Discover the important role the Bahamas played during the Calypso era from the 1940s to the 1960s, as well as its essential role in the history of funk, soul, and disco. Then, meet up with The Baha Men, whose song “Who Let The Dogs Out” was a worldwide smash. Finally, enjoy an impromptu dance party in front of a conch stand with D-Mac, Music Voyager's pick for the next big international star to come out of the Bahamas.
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27 min 2 sec
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Geography
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