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Making a statement with African tunes
Namibian musician Eric Sell (also known as EES), is one of the rare white Africans producing a music genre called Kwaito, which originally emerged in the ghettos of Johannnesburg, South Africa. In the Pulse studio, he talks about the power of music, his collaboration with a man that once fought in a war against his father, and why he wants to introduce Europeans to the happy tunes of Kwaito.
Sarah's Music - Contemporary Classical
The famous saying goes: "How do you get to Carnegie Hall? Practice, practice, practice!”
Germany at SXSW
Vimes have been invited to showcase at the prestigious SXSW in Austin, Texas.
Music for the masses
DW's Stuart Braun asks the question on everyone's lips: Can Berlin rise above its dark legacy?
Pulse
What should we give up and when shouldn’t we give up? Young Germans are getting creative when it comes to what they’re giving up for Lent. A new documentary brings back Bassem Youssef, the Jon Stewart of Egypt, who had to give up his popular TV show. And why professional beatboxers in New York City must freestyle to make a living.
Exit: Jukebox takes over the office
American pop group Postmodern Jukebox are known for their old-style remakes of contemporary hits. This time they took over Cosmopolitan’s New York office to create a mashup tribute to the most popular songs of last year. It’s Robin Thickle, Miley Cyrus, Katy Perry and Jay-Z as you’ve never heard them before!
Techno-music parade to return to Berlin
Berlin is to host a techno-music parade this July with the motto "parade of love".
Björk in New York
Art meets music in MoMA's unique tribute to Iceland pop sensation Björk.
The Quiz
In every edition of PopXport, we play a cover version of a well-known song.
Germany's 8 Eurovision candidates
On March 5, Germany decided who will represent the country at this year's Eurovision Song Contest.
From Berlin to London
Conductor Simon Rattle will leave the Berlin Philharmonic for the London Symphony Orchestra in 2017.
Conchita Wurst: singer and author
Bearded drag queen Conchita Wurst has released a new single - and an autobiography.
WHO: Turn down that loud music
WHO says more than 1 billion people risk permanent hearing loss by exposing themselves to loud music and other sounds.
New music Friday
An international music industry federation sets a new, global release day for new singles and albums - Fridays.
Electronic pioneer
Musician and record producer Mark Reeder, who moved to Berlin in 1978, reflects on a career in the city's underground music scene.
Brit Award 2015 nominees with the most followers on Facebook
Brit Award 2015 nominees with the most followers on Facebook: Shift Ranking of February 24
Music made in Germany
Spice up your playlist with DW's latest album picks from hot German artists.
Happy birthday, Maestro
As star conductor Christoph Eschenbach turns 75, it's music, he says, that keeps him from aging.
Scorpions on screen
The exciting new film tracing the band's unique history, co-produced by DW, is now playing.
The reopening of Dresden's Semperoper
Dresden's Semperoper opera house was reopened on February 13, 1985 - an event followed around the world.
A song for Sophie
A new Australian initiative examines the impact of arts and music in health settings, such as hospitals.
Artists with the most Grammy Awards
Artists with the most Grammy Awards - Shift Ranking of February 9
Munich discord over 'Phil'
The city is divided over the future of the Gasteig - with similar debates around the country.
Music's biggest night: the Grammy Awards
The Sunday night gala saw one man sweep up four major awards: Sam Smith.
Sam Smith on top at Grammys
British man of the moment Sam Smith has won four awards at this year's Grammys including Record of the Year.
Horses dance to Mozart
Join horn pro Sarah for a mix of Mozart and horses in Salzburg.
The busiest orchestras in 2014: Shift Ranking of February 4
1. San Francisco Symphony | 2. New York Philarmonic | 3. Chicago Symphony Orchestra | 4. Los Angeles Philharmonic | 5. Nordwestdeutsche Philharmonie | Source: Bachtrack
Political battle cries
Music and politics have never been far apart in Germany.
Germany's smallest state
From Bremen's urban heart to the maritime hub in Bremerhaven on the North Sea, Germany's smallest state looks out on a broad horizon. Its own unique atmosphere has been shaped by its Hanseatic tradition and cosmopolitan flair.
Music from the death camps
Francesco Lotoro talks about his mission to recover music from the death camps.
Violins of Hope
Violins which survived the Holocaust play once again in Berlin.
WorldLink
WorldLink, the personal stories behind the headlines.
German folk
How to make it as a musician in Germany? Get lucky. And discovering your folk roots might help too.
2Cellos' viral success
You've never heard a cello duo like this before.
Tens of thousands at anti-xenophobia concert in Dresden
Huge crowds gathered in downtown Dresden for a free concert promoting 'diversity.'
The most popular music videos on YouTube 2014: Shift Ranking of January 21
1. Katy Perry “Dark Horse” | 2. Enrique Iglesias “Bailando” | 3. Shakira “Can’t Remember to Forget You” | 4. Shakira “La La La” | 5. Jason Derulo “Wiggle” | Source: YouTube
Aldi's soap problem
A soap package with a mosque on it is causing a headache for supermarket chain Aldi.
Eight Bridges Festival
Cologne festival delves into music and politics.
Artists against intolerance
Why did the cultural scene wait so long before reacting to the anti-Islamization movement PEGIDA?
Exit: Musical Interruption - Must see Christmas video
Employees at Canada-based Alphabet Photography have used the run-up to Christmas to produce a very special music video.
Eurovision ahead
Seven acts will compete to represent Germany at the 2015 Eurovision Song Contest.
Pulse
This week we'll hear how young people are changing music and how they're using music for change. In Denmark, two teenage phenoms are helping revive the dying art of jazz, in Gabon, a blind poet is using music to change society, in Vietnam a lovesong put a man in jail for a decade, and in Holland a new sound system that could change how we experience electronic music.
Queen tours Europe
Queen are launching a Europe tour with a fresh new lead voice: Adam Lambert.
Hamburg venue
Mark your calendar: Hamburg's long-awaited concert hall is set to open in January 2017.
Beethoven: Cavatina
A soulful encore by an ensemble fulfilling a long-held dream.
Elvis lives!
Elvis Presley would have turned 80 on January 8. He died in 1977.
Destination Germany
Considering a trip to Germany this year? Here are some strong reasons to come.
Kraftwerk in Berlin
Germany's electro-pop pioneers are back to launch a mammoth eight-day tour.
Germany's music festivals
Calling all music fans: Here are our picks for Germany's best music festivals in 2015.
Classical year 2015
Here are some of the most important classical festivals coming up this year
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