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Afro House Dance Party Film
film in Luanda, Angola, the film captures the energy and rawness of Angolan dance. The freestyles and energy in the film is mesmerizing.

Ken_Ken
Jan 9, 20232 min read
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Introducing Os Sem Nome, Winners of AfroConex Kuduro + Afrohouse Dance Showcase
Os 100 Nome are the winners of the AfroConex Afrohouse and Kuduro dance showcase.

AfroConex
Dec 26, 20221 min read
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Boiler Room x Ballantines and True Music Studio Live in Luanda, Angola
We are passionate about Afro dance and the cultures that inspire how we dance. Boiler Room captures the culture of Kuduro live from Angola

AfroConex
Dec 19, 20221 min read
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Uproot Andy Brings The Energy of Congo on Baluka
Uproot Andy is no stranger to global dance floor bangers. He covers the globe and understands how people in different cultures move.

AfroConex
Dec 7, 20225 min read
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Tlhogi, The South African Dancer Pushing Amapiano Dance to New Heights
Tlhogi is a street dancer and choreographer from South Afirca who specializing in Amapiano dance. She is one of the pioneers of the dance.

AfroConex
Dec 5, 20229 min read
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Vandro Poster Visits Mozambique
Vandro represent a link to the past and to the future. His trip to Mozambique was an effort to pass on Kuduro history to a new generation

AfroConex
Nov 27, 20223 min read
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Nagrelha, Estado Maior (The Most Important Person) of Kuduro.
Who is Nagrelha and why is he an important figure in Kuduro culture ? Nagrelha introduced a more aggressive style of Kuduro, that changed..

AfroConex
Nov 26, 20223 min read
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AfroConex Afrohouse and Kuduro Dance Showcase
This showcase is a first in a series of showcase competitions. The idea is to encourage the new generation of dancers.

AfroConex
Nov 16, 20221 min read
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One Word Describes Descendants Afrohouse Party on Nov 12th: Epic!
The Descendants Afro house Party Last night (November 12) was epic. Where do I start ? Let’s start with the music. It was hypnotic!

Ken_Ken
Nov 13, 20224 min read
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Bembona Puts Afro Sounds On The Same Platter for Everyone to Dive Into.
Dj Bembona is Multi-dimensiona. She plays for the people, always evolving her sound, playing the full spectrum of the black diaspora.

AfroConex
Nov 11, 20225 min read
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Kapela Marna Headlines Descendants Afrohouse Party on November 12.
On November 12, Kapela will headline Descendants Afrohouse party. Kapela is a name that is synonymous with house dance and music.

AfroConex
Nov 8, 20224 min read
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AfroConex Medellin, Colombia Recap: The Young Stars of Urban Afro Group
Urban Afro is a group that embodies how Afro dance is connecting the Afro diaspora and inspiring a new generation of young dancers.

Ken_Ken
Oct 13, 20225 min read
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Exploring Medellin, Colombia Through Dance
I came to Medellin, Colombia because I wanted to explore the burgeoning Afro Colombian dance and music scene happening in the city.

Ken_Ken
Sep 25, 20224 min read
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Boddhi Satva’s New Album: Manifestation, Is A Celebration of Afro Sounds.
Manifestation, Boddhi Satva’s new album takes us on an afro musical journey. The album celebrates the many sounds coming out of Africa.

Ken_Ken
Sep 13, 20222 min read
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Summer 2022 Is Ending The Same Way It Started, With a Descendants Afro House Boat Ride.
On August 27, Descendants returns with a sunset boat ride featuring Sabine Blaizin, AQ, Zandy Shejay, Dre Ngozi and Meedy on the decks. V

AfroConex
Aug 14, 20223 min read
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New York Summer 2022 is Officially The Tany Ora and Shawtyme Show
Tany Ora and Shawtyme recently started collaboration classes that have brought energy back to the New York City afro dance scene.

AfroConex
Aug 7, 20226 min read
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Scro Que Cuia's MAE JOANA Album is a Celebration and Evolution of Kuduro
We have noticed a resurgence of Kuduro music and dance in Angola. Scro Que Cuia's MAE JOANA album is a celebration and evolution of Kuduro.

AfroConex
Jul 28, 20222 min read
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The Best Weekend of My Life: Afronation Recap With JJ Wong
JJ gives us the low down on his Afronation Portugal experience. The vibe, the smiles, the energy and the music.

AfroConex
Jul 15, 20224 min read
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Belita, Dj Vado Poster's New Track Shows His Versatility
Dj Vado Poster shows his versatility with BELITA. A melodic semba track featuring singer Rey Webba and Kudurista Gattuso. We chat with Vado

AfroConex
Jun 26, 20222 min read
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AfroConex Vlog Episode 1: The Raw Energy of Angolan Dance
The AfroConex Vlog series is intended to get you up-close with the dancers we collaborate with. See them rehearse and experience the joy

Ken_Ken
Jun 7, 20221 min read
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