

Culture Is Freedom: Remembering Garifuna Legend Aurelio Martínez
Apr 13, 2025
28:24
On March 17, Honduran recording artist Aurelio Martínez died in a tragic plane crash. Aurelio was the voice of the Garifuna people and a fierce defender of their music in culture. Almost two decades ago producer Marlon Bishop became friends with Aurelio, living and traveling with him for several months. He shares the story of their time together.
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