Moe present: Sounds of… Colombia: Music of the People (1950s to 1980s) with Dr. Daniel Uribe

Sounds of… Colombia: Music of the People (1950s to 1980s)
with Moe & Dr. Daniel Uribe

For this edition of Sounds of…, Moe is joined by Dr. Daniel Uribe, a Colombian born paediatrician, record collector, and DJ based in Berlin. Together, they will journey through Colombia’s rich musical landscape, exploring how regional identities, social inequalities, and the country’s political history shaped its music from the 1950s to the 1980s.

Through a carefully selected collection of records, the session traces the evolution of Colombia’s diverse musical traditions, revealing the stories, communities, and historical moments behind the sounds that continue to resonate far beyond its borders.

Sounds of… is an ongoing listening and conversation series exploring the relationship between music, people, and the social and political forces that shape them. Each edition focuses on a different country, inviting a special guest to share records, stories, and personal perspectives that offer a deeper understanding of its musical heritage and cultural identity.