Today is International Women’s Day, an annual celebration of the cultural, political and socioeconomic achievements of women. It’s also a day to reflect on the progress made, and still needed, in achieving gender equality. We’re commemorating the day with a three-part mix series dedicated to late musical trailblazers.
Bold, raw and fearless: these are the carding cards of Betty Davis, the late funk pioneer who passed away on 9 February.
Best known for her visionary take on funk that drew from soul and rock, as well as her lascivious stage presence and dazzling wardrobe, Davis was an artist ahead of her time. Her enduring genius can still be felt today, as her style – musical and otherwise – continues to inspire new waves of artists and creatives. Davis’ ownership of her sexuality, both onstage and in song, also laid the blueprint for modern-day musicians.
For this specialist mix, Priya Ragu – the rising star weaving R&B, soul, hip-hop and traditional Tamil folk music into a vibrant new style she’s labelled ‘Ragu Wavy’ – stitches together an exuberant mix built entirely from Betty Davis tracks.
“Sit back and let the sweet tones of Betty Davis roll over you,” says Ragu. “This is my mix dedicated to the legendary lady!”
International Women’s Day: Betty Davis by Priya Ragu
International Women’s Day: Betty Davis by Priya Ragu
Today is International Women’s Day, an annual celebration of the cultural, political and socioeconomic achievements of women. It’s also a day to reflect on the progress made, and still needed, in achieving gender equality. We’re commemorating the day with a three-part mix series dedicated to late musical trailblazers.
Bold, raw and fearless: these are the carding cards of Betty Davis, the late funk pioneer who passed away on 9 February.
Best known for her visionary take on funk that drew from soul and rock, as well as her lascivious stage presence and dazzling wardrobe, Davis was an artist ahead of her time. Her enduring genius can still be felt today, as her style – musical and otherwise – continues to inspire new waves of artists and creatives. Davis’ ownership of her sexuality, both onstage and in song, also laid the blueprint for modern-day musicians.
For this specialist mix, Priya Ragu – the rising star weaving R&B, soul, hip-hop and traditional Tamil folk music into a vibrant new style she’s labelled ‘Ragu Wavy’ – stitches together an exuberant mix built entirely from Betty Davis tracks.
“Sit back and let the sweet tones of Betty Davis roll over you,” says Ragu. “This is my mix dedicated to the legendary lady!”
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