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In the Heartbeat of Brazil: Gold Comes Home to Unidos da Viradouro
timeline of Unidos of Viradouro

Sofia R. Willcox
Feb 16, 2024


"Ô Abre Alas": Make A Room, Women Want to Move
The evolution of women's participation in Carnaval: from exclusion to empowerment

Sofia R. Willcox
Feb 13, 2024


Bob Marley: The Hidden Genius Behind the ‘Dreadlock Rasta’
the trajectory of the legend hidden and reduced in the stereotype 'dreadlock rasta'

Sofia R. Willcox
Feb 12, 2024


Grammy Awards 2024: Women Empowering Women - Behind Every Successful Woman, There's a Tribe of Pavers
Last night, music history was made as the 66th Annual Grammy Awards unfolded in the vibrant city of Los Angeles. It was a night of...

Sofia R. Willcox
Feb 5, 2024


Samba, Soul, and Sensibility: Marisa Monte 35
remembering Marisa Monte

Sofia R. Willcox
Feb 1, 2024


She Wasn’t a Natural Woman: Aretha Franklin 80
a detailed review of 'Respect'

Sofia R. Willcox
Jan 15, 2024


Spice Girls 30's Girl Power: If We Want a Future, Do Not Forget Our Past
an overview of the Spice Girls by a Gen Z.

Sofia R. Willcox
Jan 11, 2024


Super Boss: Nicki Minaj’s Pink
an exploration of the queen of RAP, Nicki Minaj

Sofia R. Willcox
Dec 20, 2023


Faith and Freedom 60: Remembering George Michael
a tribute on the George Michael's trajectory

Sofia R. Willcox
Dec 20, 2023


Sex, Drugs and Rock N' Roll: Lizard King 80s in 2023
Jim Morrison at 80: Does the controversial counterculture poet and sex symbol resonate with today's society?

Sofia R. Willcox
Dec 8, 2023


Beyond the Buzz,Queen Bee's Hive at 42: It's Britney, Bitch!
Hexagons of Britney Spears' empire.

Sofia R. Willcox
Dec 2, 2023


Voices from the Slums: Don't Let the Samba Die
recounting of the story of samba music

Sofia R. Willcox
Dec 2, 2023


Queen Midas-Who Rules the World? Beyoncé!
the enchanting four-decade odyssey of Queen Midas from the pop culture.

Sofia R. Willcox
Dec 1, 2023


Gaby Amarantos and Xênia França & Latin Music: Too Much for Your Flat Plate
Explore Brazilian music at the 25th annual Latin Grammys Awards.

Sofia R. Willcox
Nov 21, 2023


Village People's 45-Year Macho Revolution
Embark on a journey through time with the Village People—a trailblazing force in LGBTQ+ representation. Discover their evolution, challenges

Sofia R. Willcox
Nov 18, 2023


TransForm Music: Genres and Non-Conformity Genders
exploration of gender nonconformity in music across different eras in the UK and USA.

Sofia R. Willcox
Nov 14, 2023


Her Name Is Gal: The Brazilian Muse and Intersectional Resistance Symbol
in-depth look at the life and legacy of Gal Costa

Sofia R. Willcox
Nov 9, 2023


Amaro Freitas's 'Y’Y': Echoes of Brazil; Vacuum Histories
review of Amaro Freitas's album "Y’Y"

Sofia R. Willcox
Nov 7, 2023


Six Decades of Sex, Drugs and Rock 'n' Roll: Rolling Stones & Women
The Rolling Stones' musical evolution and representation of women in their songs.

Sofia R. Willcox
Oct 23, 2023


Remembering Cássia Eller: Remain of Resistance, Rhythm of Resilience
insights into Cássia Eller's life and contributions to the LGBT+ community in Brazil

Sofia R. Willcox
Oct 12, 2023
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