Soundtrack of Hungary’s Protest Movement

Thousands of Hungarians have taken to the streets to protest new laws. They say their government is turning its back on democracy. And their protests have a soundtrack.

Syrian Rapper Sham MC’s Song Supports Government

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Jessica Partnow has the story of some young Syrian rappers in Damascus who have put out a song supporting the Syrian government. They want a stable Syria, one where they can just keep making music. Download MP3

Video: Sham MC’s rap song

Ghanaian rapper Blitz the Ambassador

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The World’s Alex Gallafent profiles New York-based Ghanaian rapper Blitz the Ambassador. Blitz raps in several languages and his subject matter is out of the ordinary too. One some is about the IMF. Download MP3

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Immortal Technique

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Judith Sloan profiles a Peruvian-born rapper and political activist known as “Immortal Technique.” He’s on a mission to help orphans in Afghanistan. That’s quite a contrast to his wild years as a teenager and the 12 months he spent in prison.

Global Hit: praCh Ly

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Corey Takahashi profiles U.S.-based rapper, “praCh” Ly, who has become known as the voice of Cambodian refugee rap. And it all began with a CD he made on a karaoke machine in his parents’ garage.