World Music with African Roots - Saturdays 7:00-10:00 PM
Music by new and legendary artists, guest interviews and studio performances by regional, national and international musicians. This weekly three hour broadcast features a soulful blend of Son, Salsa, Samba, Urban and Southern Gospel, Merengue, Bachata, Delta Blues, Bossa Nova, Brazilian folk, Afro-Pop, Zouk, Reggae, R&B and more.
Hear Higher Ground on most WPR's Music Stations and on WHAD-FM 90.7 in Milwaukee. You can also use WPR's Live Streams with RealPlayer, Windows Media Player and iTunes.
"Join me each Saturday night when we celebrate, dance to, and learn about world music with African roots. You’ll hear unique styles from artists whose music connects people with prominent places around the globe."
- Jonathan Overby, Host/Executive Producer
Upcoming Broadcasts
Saturday, May 17, 2008 at 7:00 PM:
Tune-in to Higher Ground for a genuine global blend of world music with African roots and more with a musical journey to Mali, Mosambique along with stops in Memphis and Miami. Featured artists include Tracy Chapman, Puerto Plata, Cuba's Yumuri with gospel songs by the Sensational Nightingales.
Saturday, May 10, 2008 at 7:00 PM:
Higher Ground is the place where music, culture and stories rooted in deep tradition come together in a celebration featuring world music with African roots and more. Stop by and sample Jonathan's weekly tour of unique sounds from around the globe.
This edition of Higher Ground features Scotland’s Salsa Celtica, selected Afro-Classical compositions, a tribute to South Africa’s Hugh Masakela and Miriam Makeba and, the Higher Ground World Music Quiz.
Weekly Playlist
Listing of the music played on Higher Ground: song titles, albums, bands, etc.
World Music Spotlight
New Orleans music icon Allen Toussaint talks with Jonathan Overby about his storied career and his plans to move forward in the wake of Hurricane Katrina.
Every week, Higher Ground explores the World Music scene with interviews and music clips from special guests around the globe.
Events Calendar
The Higher Ground calendar lists upcoming events, concerts in Wisconsin, Twin Cities and Chicago areas.
Specials
While they last, Jonathan will send you a souvenir copy of the official printed program. To receive your copy, please send an e-mail addressed to highergroundlive@wpr.org or send a post card addressed to: Higher Ground, WPR, 821 University Ave., Madison, WI, 53706 so you can listen and follow along with your ceremony program in hand!
Podcast
Higher Ground podcasts interviews and music from the World Music spotlights artists.
Live Chat
Email comments, suggestions or questions to Jonathan during the actual live broadcast at: highergroundlive@wpr.org
About Higher Ground
Click here to find out more about the mission of Higher Ground, Jonathan Overby and the history of the show.
