The Rhythm of Rebellion

02/02/2024

The last episode of The Rhythm of Rebellion podcast Season 3 is with my music co-conspirator sister Evan Greer! Evan Greer is a powerhouse trans and q***r activist, writer and musician based in Boston. Evan’s journey is a dynamic interplay of musical wit, grassroots activism, and a fervent dedication to justice. She has gracefully evolved her sound from riot-folk roots to a more layered indie pop aesthetic with an anarcho-punk soul. Her most recent album, “Spotify is Surveillance,” garnered praise from NPR, Rolling Stone, and Pitchfork. Beyond her musical prowess, Evan serves as the director of Fight For The Future, a digital rights nonprofit, where her eloquence on issues of free speech, technology, and human rights resonate far and wide. Listen now wherever podcasts are streamed! https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-rhythm-of-rebellion-with-taina-asili/id1191117632?mt=2&i=1000642131860

21/01/2024

On the last episode of The Rhythm of Rebellion, I speak with Evan Greer, a powerhouse trans and q***r activist, writer and musician based in Boston. Evan’s journey is a dynamic interplay of musical wit, grassroots activism, and a fervent dedication to justice. She has gracefully evolved her sound from riot-folk roots to a more layered indie pop aesthetic with an anarcho-punk soul. Her recent album, “Spotify is Surveillance,” has garnered praise from NPR, Rolling Stone, and Pitchfork. As a touring musician and speaker, Evan has shared stages with a diverse array of artists, including Pete Seeger, Eve 6, and Tom Morello. Beyond her musical prowess, Evan serves as the director of Fight For The Future, a digital rights nonprofit, where her eloquence on issues of free speech, technology, and human rights resonate far and wide.

08/01/2024

On this episode of The Rhythm of Rebellion, I speak with DJ Johnny Juice, a dear friend, a legendary figure in the world of Hip Hop, and an iconic DJ, producer, and musician. Best known for his work with Public Enemy, DJ Johnny Juice has been a driving force behind the revolutionary sounds that have defined an era. Join us as we dive into his journey, exploring the profound history that has made up his extraordinary career. Available now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and wherever podcasts are streamed. https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/rhythmofrebellion

16/12/2023

My latest episode of The Rhythm of Rebellion, I have a soulful conversation with the ever brilliant musician, composer, and singer, Toshi Reagon. Toshi’s unique ability to move seamlessly between musical genres and create melodies and harmonies that carry the essence of human experiences has earned her a distinguished place among musicians and activists. Join this conversation as we discuss the power of collaboration, and the timeless impact of music in sparking transformation and unity. Now streaming on Spotify, Apple Music, iHeart Radio, and Amazon Music. https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/rhythmofrebellion/

30/11/2023

30/11/2023

I dive into the vibrant world of Meklit on the latest episode of The Rhythm of Rebellion podcast. From the heart of Addis Ababa to global stages, Meklit's Ethio-Jazz resonates deeply, celebrating identity and community. Don't miss this journey through Meklit's musical evolution and her exploration of global migration through her podcast Movement. Listen now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, iHeart Radio, and Amazon Music.
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16/11/2023

On today’s episode of The Rhythm of Rebellion podcast I speak with Morley Shanti Kamen, an artist deeply devoted to human rights and environmental justice. Morley’s global travels have allowed her to share music with profound luminaries like His Holiness The Dalai Lama and Nelson Mandela. She has shared the stage with Toshi Reagon and Dr. Bernice Johnson Reagon, and has starred in their renowned musical Octavia E. Butler’s Parable of the Sower. Additionally, Morley spearheaded the album “Borderless Lullabies,” supporting KIND, aiding the reunification of children separated by ICE. Morley recently released the album “Story of the Sky,” in collaboration with her spouse and musical partner, Chris Bruce, created to ignite the imagination and joy of children and families.

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09/11/2023

The latest episode of my The Rhythm of Rebellion podcast is with the dynamic force that is Ivelisse Diaz! It is officially live today, which is also the 14th Anniversary of La Escuelita Bombera de Corazón, the school Ivelisse founded in Humboldt Park, Chicago to teach the Afro-Indigenous Puerto Rican tradition of Bomba. Her story unfolds as a testament to the transformative power of Bomba as a tool for healing, resistance, reciprocity, and remembrance. LISTEN NOW on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, iHeart Radio, and Amazon Music: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/rhythmofrebellion/

02/11/2023

The Rhythm of Rebellion podcast is back and we have a truly exceptional guest for our first episode of season 3! Jamila Sabares-Klemm is a prominent Filipina-American activist, actor, and singer currently starring as Dory/Evelyn in the Broadway Revival of Merrily We Roll Along. We discuss her journey through the world of theater, as well as her work as co-founder of Justice through Arts Music and Movement (J.A.M.M.), which uses music and movement as powerful tools to challenge injustice and dismantle oppressive systems. Listen now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and wherever podcasts are streamed! More info at http://rhythmofrebellion.com

28/10/2023

I can't even begin to tell you how excited I am to launch Season 3 of The Rhythm of Rebellion on Thursday Nov. 2! This season we are digging deep with 8 powerful new guests: Jamila Sabares-Klemm, Ivelisse Diaz (of La Escuelita Bombera de Corazón), Morley Shanti Kamen, Meklit, Toshi Reagon, DJ Johnny Juice, and Evan Greer.

New episodes are release every Thursday where ever podcasts are streamed. If you are local to the Albany/Troy NY area, you can listen to shorter versions of the episode every Friday hosted on Hudson Mohawk Magazine 's show on WOOC 105.3FM.

13/04/2023

On today’s episode of The Rhythm of Rebellion I speak with singer-songwriter Maria Jose Montijo, who is a self-described “weird, cosmic, and q***r islander” from Puerto Rico, now based in the Bay Area of California. Her music draws inspiration from over 20 years of experience as a healer, and is rooted in a continuous process of discovery and care, where trauma is transformed into art. Listen now on all podcast platforms including Apple Music and Spotify! http://anchor.fm/rhythmofrebellion

New episodes are released every Thursday. Albany/Troy area residents can also hear a shorter version of the podcast on Friday on Hudson Mohawk Magazine's radio show on WOOC 105.3.

06/04/2023

On today’s episode I speak with music maker Xenia Rubinos who uses her powerful voice to create beats and melodies from scratch that push musical and creative boundaries. Listen now on all podcast platforms including Apple Music and Spotify!
http://anchor.fm/rhythmofrebellion

New episodes are released every Thursday. Albany/Troy area residents can also hear a shorter version of the podcast on Friday on Hudson Mohawk Magazine's radio show on WOOC 105.3.

31/03/2023

The newest episode of The Rhythm of Rebellion I speak with Sonny Singh, a Brooklyn-based musician who has brought his fiery trumpet & vocals to audiences around the world for the last decade. Sonny's first musical outlet as a child of immigrant parents in North Carolina was singing Sikh devotional music, later exploring many other musical genres. Since 2008, his vocals and trumpet have become central to the sound and raw energy of the renowned bhangra brass band Red Baraat. Sonny’s debut solo album, produced by Wil-Dog Abers of Ozomatli, is entitled Chardi Kala, the Sikh concept of revolutionary eternal optimism. Listen now on all podcast platforms including Apple Music and Spotify!
http://anchor.fm/rhythmofrebellion

New episodes are released every Thursday. Albany/Troy area residents can also hear a shorter version of the podcast on Friday on Hudson Mohawk Magazine’s radio show on WOOC 105.3.

23/03/2023

Check out today's episode of of The Rhythm of Rebellion podcast where I speak with LITA, a multi-instrumentalist and songwriter born in Ecuador, raised in Upstate, New York, and currently residing in Los Angeles. Her name is an acronym for Love Is The Answer, and with love as her guiding force she offers emotion-filled vocal performances and an unparalleled genre-fluid sound inspired by her life experiences, hardships, and struggles. After a hemorrhagic stroke nearly ended her life, L.I.T.A. dropped her captivating and emotionally raw album “Only Peace Exists Now.” The album, released in 2022, is the result of the solace she found in music during her long road to recovery. Available now on all podcast platforms including Apple Music and Spotify!
http://anchor.fm/rhythmofrebellion

New episodes are released every Thursday. Albany/Troy area residents can also hear a shorter version of the podcast on Friday on Hudson Mohawk Magazine’s radio show on WOOC 105.3.
Thank you to Sina Basila and editor Moses Nagel!

16/03/2023

The fourth episode of The Rhythm of Rebellion podcast is out today featuring Ximena Violante, bandleader and songwriter for Interminable, a futuristic fusion project that brings together son jarocho (an afromestizo musical tradition from México), as well as jazz, rock and funk. Listen on all podcast platforms including Apple Music and Spotify! http://anchor.fm/rhythmofrebellion
New episodes are released every Thursday. Capital Region NY residents can also hear a shorter version of the podcast on Fridays on Hudson Mohawk Magazine’s radio show on WOOC 105.3.

09/03/2023

The third episode of The Rhythm of Rebellion is out today featuring Mireya Ramos, Latin Grammy-winning vocalist, violinist, composer, arranger and founder of Flor de Toloache! Listen on all podcast platforms including Apple Music and Spotify!
http://anchor.fm/rhythmofrebellion

New episodes are released every Thursday. Albany/Troy area residents can also hear a shorter version of the podcast on Friday on Hudson Mohawk Magazine’s radio show on WOOC 105.3.

02/03/2023

The second episode of The Rhythm of Rebellion is out today featuring Jeneda Benally of Sihasin! Listen on all podcast platforms including Apple Music and Spotify! http://anchor.fm/rhythmofrebellion

Jeneda and her brother Clayson Benally are from the Diné (Navajo) Nation in Northern Arizona and grew up protesting the environmental degradation and inhumane acts of cultural genocide against their traditional way of life. Today they create a politically-charged explosive organic sound out of bass, drums and vocals, inspiring their listeners with a punk backbone, softened by a folk heart, thumping by pop and international sounds, and based in Navajo Rhythm.

New episodes are released every Thursday. Albany/Troy area residents can also hear a shorter version of the podcast on Friday on Hudson Mohawk Magazine’s radio show on WOOC 105.3.

23/02/2023

Today is the day! My first episode of The Rhythm of Rebellion podcast season 2 is live and ready to listen on all podcast platforms including Apple Music and Spotify! http://anchor.fm/rhythmofrebellion
This first episode is an interview with the ever brilliant Martha Redbone. With songs and storytelling that share her life experience as an Afro-Indigenous woman and mother navigating in the new millennium, she gives voice to issues of social justice, bridging traditions, connecting cultures, and celebrating the human spirit. Listen now and every Thursday on your favorite podcast platform!

And if you are in the Capital Region of New York listen to a shorter version of the podcast on Fridays on Hudson Mohawk Magazine’s radio show on WOOC 105.3. Many thanks to Moses Nagel (editor) and Sina Basila at HMM for helping to make this podcast possible!

19/02/2023

I am so excited to announce that Season 2 of The Rhythm of Rebellion is finally launching on Thursday Feb. 23 after a 5 year hiatus! The Rhythm of Rebellion is a podcast I originally launched in 2017, interviewing leading social change performing artists across genres and exploring the strategies they are using in their art to bring justice and healing to their communities and our world. Since then, I have been dreaming about how to bring this beloved podcast back in a way that is sustainable for the long term, and I am happy to say that I am now collaborating with Hudson Mohawk Magazine and editor Moses Nagel to make this possible. In addition to the long form episodes soon to be available on all podcasting platforms, there will also be short form 10-minute episodes broadcasted on Hudson Mohawk Magazine’s WOOC Troy, NY show. This season I am featuring interviews with eight incredible artists: Martha Redbone, Jeneda Benally (of Sihasin), Mireya Ramos (solo artist and founder of Flor de Toloache), Ximena Violante (founder of Interminable), L.I.T.A., Sonny Singh (solo artist and trumpet for Red Baraat), Xenia Rubinos, and Maria Jose Montijo. Episodes will be released on Thursdays, starting this coming Thursday Feb. 23 with the ever brilliant MARTHA REDBONE! Here we go!!!

More info at http://rhythmofrebellion.com