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    Aaron Byrd

    While Black

    Aaron Byrd
    Aaron Byrd
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    Aaron Byrd takes you on musical journey around the world, exploring sounds from the favelas of Brazil to the Taureg culture of Timbuktu, all in search of the perfect groove. Listen to the latest show On-Demand .
    Aaron Byrd takes you on musical journey around the world, exploring sounds from the favelas of Brazil to the Taureg culture of Timbuktu, all in search of the perfect groove. Listen to the latest show On-Demand .
    May 15, 2020

    This is a sonic offering to those who just like to jog, sell cigarettes, sell CDs, walk to the store, walk home with a bag of Skittles, go to church, have a cellphone, play their music loudly, ask for help after being in a car crash, play with a toy gun, sleep, relax in the comfort of their own home, want to party on NYE, decorate for a party, take a walk with their grandfather, read a book in their own car, shop at Walmart, take out their wallet, maintain dignity, occupy public space, run, breathe...live. These words and sounds are dedicated to those who are exhausted by simply existing. Follow me.

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