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French media pay tribute to Gilles Jacquier
11/01/2012 - MEDIAWATCH FRANCE

French media pay tribute to Gilles Jacquier

MEDIAWATCH, Wed. 11/1/2012: French reporter Gilles Jacquier is killed in Homs, Syria - the first foreign journalist to die in the country since the uprising began some 10 months ago. Also, a Moroccan anti-establishment rapper faces jail and we finish with a web ad parodying Adobe Photoshop.
A tribute to Cesária Évora
20/12/2011 - CULTURE

A tribute to Cesária Évora

We are paying tribute to the late singer Cesária Évora as Cape Verde mourns the iconic artist nicknamed 'the Barefoot Diva'. Also, we listen to young Congolese rapper, Bajoli, who takes inspiration from his homeland's politics and discover new Brazilian sensation, Michel Teló, who is taking Latin America by storm.
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Def Jam Records, 25 years of hip-hop history
22/11/2011 - CULTURE

Def Jam Records, 25 years of hip-hop history

Manu Dibango is back with a remix of his classic song "Soul Massoka". After artists like Michael Jackson and Rihanna sampled the famous tune, he's brought it up to date himself in a new version featuring Wayne Beckford. Plus, a new book "Def Jam Recordings" celebrates 25 years of the legendary label. We mark the occasion by listening to two of Def Jam's best loved artists. And we finish with a serenade from Cape Verde's latest musical hope, Tcheka.
Rap revelations and hip-hop sensations
25/10/2011 - CULTURE

Rap revelations and hip-hop sensations

It's all about rap this week in the music world. French artist Mokobe releases his second album with a fresh electro sound whilst staying true to his African roots. We also have a listen to Jay-Z's protégé JCole and his much-awaited debut single, "Work Out". Plus, African legend Papa Wemba is back with a new album.
Mike Ladd: from poet to rapper
12/10/2011 - CULTURE

Mike Ladd: from poet to rapper

In today’s show, rapper and experimental hip-hopper extraordinaire Mike Ladd joins Eve Jackson in the studio. Find out why the former teacher and poet's latest track is devoted to his "kidz". But first, silence is golden in the magnificent black and white movie "The Artist" which is hitting cinemas. Finally, the Musée d'Orsay's "renaissance" brings the grandeur of its 19th-century masterpieces back to life.
Sia Tolno stands up for African women
27/09/2011 - CULTURE

Sia Tolno stands up for African women

In today's show, we meet talented Guinean singer Sia Tolno who fought against the odds and is now winning prizes for her music. But also, the world's most famous alternative rockers, the Red Hot Chili Peppers, are back with their tenth album and a sold-out tour. Finally, from provocative lyrics which led to cancelled concerts to a more mature image, the French rapper OrelSan has cleaned up his act.
British rock with Blood Red Shoes
16/08/2011 - CULTURE

British rock with Blood Red Shoes

She's been described as the sexiest guitar player ever - Laura Mary Carter from British band Blood Red Shoes is in the studio. Next, exiled Chinese author Liao Yiwu talks to France 24 about his ordeal in prison. And a new record for the kings of hip-hop; Jay-Z and Kanye West's collaboration album 'Watch the Throne' is proving to be a huge success.
Jay-Z and Kanye West, the kings of bling
16/08/2011 - CULTURE

Jay-Z and Kanye West, the kings of bling

Jay-Z and Kanye West are back with a much-awaited collaboration, -Watch The Throne'. We get a taster of the first single, 'Otis', which has already been a phenomenal success. In other hip-hop news, we discover Kanye's latest protégé, Nigerian rapper D'Banj.
'A defender of the West' - praise for Breivik sparks a firestorm
27/07/2011 - MEDIAWATCH

'A defender of the West' - praise for Breivik sparks a firestorm

MEDIAWATCH, Wed., 27/07/11: There's embarrassment for the French far-right after a party radical declares support for Norwegian gunman Anders Behring Breivik; a ruling party lawmaker wants tighter controls on rap music; and Johnny v. Serge - a lookalike showdown turns nasty.
Awadi pioneers French rap in Africa
12/07/2011 - CULTURE

Awadi pioneers French rap in Africa

Meet Awadi, who is pioneering French rap in Africa with his militant songs. Next, we listen to an extract from "The English Riviera", British band Metronomy's catchy latest album, before rounding up the show with music from French reggae group Dub Inc.
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