Diasporic Music interviews Wesley Williams, better known as Maestro or Maestro Fresh Wes, a Canadian rapper, record producer and actor. His pioneering status and outstanding achievements have led to him being referred to as the "Godfather of Canadian hip hop."

His albums include Symphony in Effect, Orchestrated Noise and more

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Video: MAESTRO FRESH WES -- COACH FRESH

We also interview Alejandra Bravo, "developing progressive leadership is my jam, plus promoting equity, political participation. Views my own fault." More info on Alejandra Bravo

We also pay tribute to Louisiana aka Loiuse Don't Forget Anna Please. Music from Bobby Rush, Bettye Swann, Denise LaSalle, O.C.Smith and Wolde Semayat aka Peter Tosh.

More from music from PRINCE PHILLIP MITCHELL, Aminata Moseka aka Abbey Lincoln, The Mighty Sparrow aka Slinger Francisco and Maestro Fresh Wes aka Coach Fresh.