Leaning into Freedom: Somi explores the legacy of Miriam Makeba on stage and on record

Vocalist Somi, recent winner of a Doris Duke Artist Award, talks with WBGO's Lezlie Harrison about her album and play dedicated to Miriam Makeba.

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