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Nanm Vodoua brings forth the fire of Ogou Feray at the French InstituteHaiti: Nanm Vodoua
Nanm Vodoua brings forth the fire of Ogou Feray at the French Institute
Haiti: Nanm Vodoua
  • July 19, 2024
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Nanm Vodoua brings forth the fire of Ogou Feray at the French Institute

One year after the release of their album “TRAVÈSE”, the group Nanm Vodou continues to trace its musical path with passion and authenticity. With the valuable support of the French Institute in Haiti, Nanm Vodou presented the concert “Yon lane pou Travèse” on Thursday July 18, 2024, to mark the start of the summer festivities. Fans of Haitian music and culture experienced a captivating evening, where the rhythms of drums and sacred chants resonated with spiritual intensity.

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Summoning the Loas: The Fire of Ogou Feray

The group was able to invoke the essence of the loas, the revered spirits of Haitian Vodou, and it was with incandescent energy that the fire of Ogou Feray burst forth, vibrating through each note and each drum beat. Ogou Feray, the powerful loa of iron and war, inspires palpable strength and determination in the music of Nanm Vodou. His battle songs and invocations resonated deeply, reminding listeners of the resilience and power of the Haitian spirit.

The names of loas such as Erzulie, the goddess of love and beauty, and Baron Samedi, the guardian of cemeteries and master of the spirits of the dead, were omnipresent during this evening. Erzulie brought her gentleness and compassion through captivating melodies, while Baron Samedi, with his deep laugh and mischievous charm, added a touch of mystery and black magic.

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Symbolism and Poetry: Connection with the Loas

The impact of loas in Nanm Vodou’s music is not only limited to the songs, but is also found in the clever wordplay and meaningful metaphors. The song lyrics incorporate symbols and terms from Haitian Vodou, creating a deep connection between listeners and the mystical world of the loas.

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Fusion of Tradition and Modernity: Immersion in the Soul of Haitian Vodou

Nanm Vodou, with its unique blend of tradition and modernity, offered a deep immersion into the soul of Haitian Vodou. Their music transcends borders and eras, inviting audiences on a spiritual journey where every drumbeat is a prayer, every note an offering, and every song an exploration of the mysteries of existence.

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A Celebration of Haitian Culture and Spirituality

The “Yon lane pou Travèse” concert was not only a celebration of their first album, but also a living manifestation of Haitian culture and spirituality. It was a rare opportunity to see how music can serve as a bridge between the material and spiritual worlds, uniting listeners in a collective experience of transcendence and communion.

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Unforgettable experience

Fans of Nanm Vodou, as well as lovers of Haitian culture, attended a memorable event. An evening where the power of Ogou Feray, the gentleness of Erzulie and the magic of Baron Samedi combined to create an unforgettable musical and spiritual experience.

This concert allowed all those present to let themselves be carried away by the captivating rhythms, the sacred songs and the palpable presence of the loas. An evening where tradition and modernity met, where music and spirituality merged, and where each note brought the participants a little closer to the mysteries of the Haitian soul.

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