Ladysmith Black Mambazo's Rise to Grammy Glory
The all male South African choir Ladysmith Black Mambazo, formed in 1964 from a founder Joseph Shabalala dream, pursued harmonies in isiZulu style. Original member Albert Mazibuko recalls the dream that launched the group and its quest to make Zulu music competitive, leading to multiple Grammy wins.
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IF YOU GO at Liberty Hall brings exceptional show tonight
The group performs at 8 p.m. at Liberty Hall 644 Massachusetts St with reserved seating 35 to 75 dollars. Tickets are sold at the Liberty Hall box office and libertyhall.net. The article notes the band’s rise from isiathamiya contests to Grammys and international stages and recalls the sacrifices involved during apartheid era travel restrictions.
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Trail Mix celebrates 20 years with St Patrick's Day concert
KPR's Trail Mix marks two decades on air with a 7:30 pm Sunday anniversary concert at Liberty Hall featuring Ashley Davis and Liz Carroll. Davis, a Lawrence native blending contemporary folk and Irish music, and Carroll, a renowned fiddler who has played at the White House, highlight the show’s celebration of Lawrence roots and traditional sounds.
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