This a great example of kawina music, a form of Surinamese Creole folk music that originated in 1863 after the abolition of slavery. It’s layered with all types of local percussion, including the ...

Maroon Isle Productions will present Oskuneru, a groundbreaking theatrical production that highlights the journey of the Surinamese Maroons towards self-liberation. This highly anticipated debut will ...

Al Goodah (Carlo Goedhart) draws on a rich cultural heritage of Caribbean music. Born in Paramaribo (Surinam), he grew up in a family of singers and musicians. His mother and sister sang in a choir, ...

From his early years listening to Bob Marley, Buju Banton and Garnet Silk, Surinamese singer Jah Nelson has yearned to make contact with Jamaica, the mecca of reggae music. Two weeks ago, the roots ...

Clarke Peters uncovers Surinamese music in the Netherlands, black flamenco in Spain and lover’s rock in London. He also delves into the story of the Cape Verdean musicians who found a home in Europe ...