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WE’LL NOT BE MOVED

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“We Shall Not Be Moved” expresses resolve in the face of adversity; as social movements persevere in struggles to build a better nation.

Taskiana Four made the earliest known recording of “I Shall Not Be Moved” for the RCA Victor Talking Machine Company on July 21, 1926. Jubilee quartets, popular in the first half of the twentieth century, sang harmonized arrangements of spirituals as well as newer hymns. Taskiana Four’s recording featured the following verses:

LANTERN FESTIVAL

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The Week-long New Year Celebration of The Snake ends now.  It began on Wed, Jan 29, 2025 – Wed, Feb 12, 2025 The End .

The last day of Chinese New Year Celebrations is called the Lantern Festival, or Yuan Xiao Jie in Mandarin. 
It takes place on the 15th day of the first lunar month. The first full moon of the year.

LATIN MUSIC MASTERS

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Latin music is a broad term encompassing various musical styles from Ibero-America, including Spain, Portugal, Latin America, and Latino communities in the US and Canada. 

These sounds also include music sung in Spanish or Portuguese. A key feature of Latin music is its rhythm, which is often inspired by traditional African beats developed in the Caribbean. The most basic Latin rhythm is called the clave.

SWING ON A STAR

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On this first day of the snake new year, ask yourself are you a mule, pig, fish, monkey, ox, dragon, or a tiger?.

RATING RAITTS

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John Emmet Raitt was an American actor and singer. He was best known for his performances in musical theatre.

Raitt’s most notable roles were Billy Bigelow in the original Broadway cast of Carousel and Curly in the original Chicago production of Oklahoma.

https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=G4zLJyHA0Xw&pp=ygUKSm9obiByYWl0dA%3D%3D

However, let the record show that John Raitt’s finest production was by far his little red-head daughter Bonnie.

SNOW DANCE

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SNOW DANCING THE DAY AWAY

MUSIC & DANCE

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Dance music is the heartbeat of  any celebrations, the soundtrack to unforgettable nights, and the fuel for dancefloors across the globe.

From the glittering disco balls of the 1970s to the pulsating beats of modern EDM, the best dance songs have an unparalleled ability to unite people, spark joy, and keep us moving. These tracks aren’t just songs; they’re cultural milestones—anthems that define eras, inspire movements, and bring people together in shared moments of pure euphoria.

WE MAY NOT MAKE IT

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Decades ago, this popular song predicted a bleak future for humanity, suggesting that advancements in technology would lead to the destruction of mankind through negative impacts on their thoughts, relationships, and physical bodies, potentially culminating in extinction.

FOLK 🎶 FOR ME

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American folk music popularized storytelling with many tunes, some dating back centuries.
just folk me please.No need for you to rock me. I've been rocked before - I don't need you to jazz me up with all those hard to play chords.

Tell me a good old folk story. See ⬇️ 

“Scarborough Fair/Canticle” – English Ballad (17th Century)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7hnxivv4kBA

RELAX

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The following mood enhancement recording offers a soothing yet enriching experience, combining the beauty of classical music.

This is achieved with the calm of ambient soundscapes. "Clair de Lune" is a timeless piece, and the extended piano rendition by Ben Rogol seems like a perfect choice for creating a relaxing atmosphere while still maintaining the depth and complexity of classical music.