MoYah and KMT Freedom Teacher will perform after the workshop, 15:00-17:00, and participants who feel ready to take the stage will also have a chance to share their work.
Born in Mozambique during a 16-year war, MoYah was forced to flee his country as a political refugee & move to Lisbon at a young age. Inspired by his parents broad musical taste & the impact of Rap music whilst living in Portugal, he quickly learned that music could be used not only for entertainment but also as a powerful tool for self exploration & social expression eventually leading him to writing raps that addressed issues relating to identity, social injustices & spirituality from the perspective of a child of the African Diaspora.
KMT Freedom Teacher KMT combines his love for music and nature, grounded in a deep respect for the beauty and abundance of Pachamama (Mother Earth). With over 20 years of leading positive social change and raising awareness for a multitude of social issues through the powerful words and rhythms of Hip Hop music, KMT demonstrates a non-exhaustive passion for the environment and conservation. His goal is to entertain and educate, as he addresses issues of global food security, providing solutions for local food growing systems.
This event is part of DIASPORA!
DIASPORA! festival is a vibrant celebration of people, music, film, poetry, dance, storytelling, and more, taking place at venues across the city on the Early May Bank Holiday weekend. These events aim to reflect the variety of talent within the region’s cultural communities.
