The Renaissance People

Fostering global connection through art and culture.

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Celebrate the #SummerofSoccer with these tournament themed playlists! #EURO2020 #copaamerica #CopaOro

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The U.S. House of Representatives is made up of 435 districts, each representing a region and its people. Using one artist per district, we made a playlist that we feel represents those people better than politicians can.

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What's your favorite video game soundtrack?

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The Canadian province of Manitoba stands as the doorway its hallowed Prairie, a region rich in national heritage. So it should come as no surprise that some of Canadian music���s icons, as well as its rising stars, hail from MB.

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Breaking: The NCAA will hold the entire 2021 men's basketball tournament in Indiana, with most games taking place in Indianapolis.

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feat. @pratavetra @ElizaLegzdina @trianapark @doublefacedeels @CarnivalYouth & more!

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This week's Global Glimpse sees us head to the Baltic nation of Latvia, where modern songwriters and local legends draw from a thousand-year old musical legacy. Enjoy this sampling of some of the best of Latvian popular music!

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Karen O and Willie Nelson come together on an unexpectedly fantastic version of “Under Pressure.”

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The Big Easy’s energetic and heartfelt debut A Long Year is angst at its finest and most honest.

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Kuduro, Kizomba, and Semba are just some of the many genres that make up the whole of Angolan music. Here’s a primer to get you familiar with the music of the Lusophone African nation.

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Shitbats’ (@benevolentbats) debut is an explosive package of irresistible spooky surf punk, filled with attitude and energy. Read more:

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Pop is king among modern music in Uzbekistan, but burgeoning hip hop and Shashmaqam-inspired rock scenes take part in the tapestry as well. Here’s a glimpse of some of the best Uzbek music out there.

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Like a shoegaze band lost in a Spaghetti Western, Holy Motors continues refining their dreamy twang on their sophomore album, Horse.

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The Western Australian city of Perth may be known for its gorgeous beaches, but they’ve had a pretty tight musical legacy as well. Here’s a small sample of Perth’s finest.

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Martin Landau as Bela Lugosi? @vincentdonofrio as Orson Welles? Read why @Absolool thinks Tim Burton's "Ed Wood" is worth a second look.

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Bachata is the trademark musical style of the Dominican Republic, and its rhythms can be heard in the country’s reggaeeton, dembow, and rock and roll as well. Enjoy this sampling of hits from the DR!

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With an indie pop sound that’s always evolving, Liz Lawrence’s EP Whoosh is a great, reassuring listen.

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"Wet Dream," from Chicago-based @sallyhazemusic, is a moody, yet fun shoegaze EP. RPM's review:

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New Tunesday additions! Incl. @londongrammar @ballparkmusic @OdettesOdyssey @MiddleKidsMusic @_manugrace @peachpitmusic @_girlinred_ & more.

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feat. @fontainesdublin @Hozier @U2 @MurderCapital_ @jamesvmcmorrow @RosieCarney11 @fionnregan @DermotKennedy @hothouseflowers @BWitchedreunion @thescript @DamienRice @LisaHannigan @theREALboyzone & more!

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Ireland’s musical legacy is well-documented. Why not celebrate the songs you know while falling in love with the ones you don’t? We to to Ireland for this week's RPM Global Glimpse.

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