World Music with African Roots and more... Saturday Evenings 7:00-10:00 PM
Each edition of Higher Ground features Jonathan's weekly blend of new and legendary artists from unique regions of the world. His three hour broadcast celebrates a world music mix of such styles as Afro Pop, Salsa, Celtic Reels and Jigs, Sufi, Greek Café, Samba, Merengue, Bachata, Congolese Rumba, Delta Blues, Reggae, Bossa Nova, Cumbia, Son, Brazilian Gypsy Swing, Native American, Turkish Café, Zouk, Reggae, Klezmer, classical jazz and more.
Hear Higher Ground on most WPR's Music Stations and on WHAD-FM 90.7 in Milwaukee. You can also listen to WPR's Live Streams using RealPlayer, Windows Media Player and iTunes.
"Join me each Saturday night when we celebrate, dance to, and learn about world music with African roots and more.... You'll hear unique styles from artists whose music connects people with prominent places around the globe."
- Jonathan Overby, Host/Executive Producer
Traveling the globe? Tell Jonathan about your trip, the music you heard with suggestions for artists and styles you'd like to hear on Saturday nights. HigherGround@wpr.org
Live Chat
Email comments, suggestions or questions to Jonathan during the actual live broadcast at: highergroundlive@wpr.org
Upcoming Broadcasts
Saturday, May 12, 2012 at 7:00 PM:
The global sounds on Higher Ground reflect the spirit and creative flavor of lands near and far. It’s where the music never ends and where traditions old and new become familiar. Join host Jonathan Overby for a night rooted in world music with African roots and more.
This edition features: a mix of Groove and Lounge sounds, Vieux farka Toure, Mahotella Queens, Afro Peruvian classics by Eva Ayllon, Cuban pianist Roberto Fonseca, Brazil’s Gilberto Gil, and Bulgaria’s Perunika Trio.
Weekly Playlist
Listing of the music played on Higher Ground: song titles, albums, bands, etc.
World Music Spotlight
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She created "Salsoul", a genre that describes her sound, combining elements of salsa, soul, jazz, funk, and afro-cuban. A Gozár! is a manifestation of Noël's love of music and dance and a dedication to her family in her native Perú.
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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.
Join Jonathan for a February 2013 tour of Cuba where you can experience up-close the country's music, food, and daily traditions.
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Dr. Martin Luther King
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Podcasts
Higher Ground podcasts interviews and music from the World Music spotlights artists.
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