Natascha Rogers, the percussionist, and singer-songwriter, unveils a visual masterpiece in her latest single, “O Baba.” The video, a splendid ode to three vibrant cities – Paris, Dakar, and Lisbon – plays like a promotional reel for their tourism boards, showcasing captivating landscapes and cultural diversity.
Directed by Brahim Yaqoub, the visuals are a testament to the profound connection between music and movement. Three extraordinary longboarders, Aboubakry Seck, Antonine Champetier, and Valeriya Gogunskaya, gracefully dance through the streets, weaving tales on wheels. Rogers‘ Afro-Cuban rhythms in “O Baba” serve as the perfect backdrop to this mesmerizing display of Longboard Dancing. The track itself is a soothing, contagious journey inspired by the mythical tales of the Yoruba Santos of Cuba.
Born of a multicultural heritage, Rogers‘ musical journey is a tale of self-discovery, culminating in a blend of folk, spirituality, and rhythmic exploration. “O Baba” stands as a vibrant chapter in this narrative, a sonic and visual celebration of cultural diversity. Musically, The artist has crafted a piece that, like the video, transcends borders. Her blend of Afro-American, Afro-Cuban, and Mandé musical traditions, mixed with jazz and pop, is evident in the rhythmic heartbeat of the song, weaving together diverse influences into a seamless musical tapestry.
“O Baba” is the latest single from the upcoming album ”Onaida,” due out on the 16th of February via NØ FØRMAT, promising an intimate and spiritually charged experience, revealing further depth to Rogers’ artistry.
Natascha Rogers‘ music is a vibrant celebration of multiculturalism, rhythmic storytelling, and the sheer joy of movement, leaving us eagerly anticipating her next creation.
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