Universal Mother: JusMoni’s Love In Practice
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JusMoni is not just a musical artist, but the embodiment of her city and a vessel for her ancestral spirits. She’s a mother, a poet, an organizer, a bereaved, and a light. Her music and performance is where these many facets of herself intersect. While she may be the youngest member of the Constellation, her wisdom exceeds her age and finds the ears of the rest of the constellation.  On this episode, Moni shares her story – and by extension, a deeper story about Seattle. Moni and her peers reflect on the Eritrean restaurant Hidmo that became a hub for local hip-hop, the intersecting identities with her family that she channels through her performance, motherhood, and her community and social justice work.  Listen to a playlist of music from the episode and read the transcript on KEXP.org. Support the show: https://www.kexp.org/fresh **If you're in the Seattle area or want to make the trip, you can join KEXP at Clock-Out Lounge on Friday, May 27 for "Fresh Off The Spaceship Live." The event will feature performances from Black Constellation artists Shabazz Palaces, Stas THEE Boss, Porter Ray and more. You can find more information on KEXP.org and buy tickets here. Support the show: https://www.kexp.org/fresh See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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