The Music Show Ziggy Ramo's Human?
Jun 2, 2024
Ziggy Ramo, a musician with a unique blend of folk and rap genres, discusses his new album 'Human?' and the accompanying book. The project delves into dark histories and big questions, incorporating themes of personal growth, societal injustices, and the impact of colonization. Ziggy shares insights on his songs 'Sorry' and 'April 25th' while exploring humanity, differences, and the importance of collaboration for a better future.
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Bonhamba: Change Framed By Composition
- Ziggy describes 'Bonhamba' meaning change and explains the song's dynamics where an angry central section is softened by consoling vocals.
- He emphasises composition and tension to heighten the song's emotional impact.
Guitar Sparked The Book And Album
- Ziggy learned guitar while rehearsing 'Little Things' and unlocked a new creative room for songwriting.
- He wrote the manuscript concurrently and used song titles as chapter headings to shape the book.
Live Performance Grew Into Classroom Use
- Ziggy performed 'Little Things' at the Melbourne Writers Festival and improvised lyrics in real time with the audience.
- Teachers requested the lyrics and used the song across school levels, showing its educational reach.