Oct 24 2024 30 mins
What if one song could capture the essence of resilience, community, and empowerment? Join us for an inspiring conversation with the extraordinary Ahsia, a gifted singer, songwriter, producer, educator, and poet. With Nigerian and Congolese roots, Ahsia’s journey from her early days in Philadelphia and upbringing in Vancouver paints a vivid picture of dedication and musical passion. She opens up about her formative musical influences, and the rich musical landscape that has molded her unique style of R&B, soul, jazz, afrobeat, and poetry rap. In our conversation she reflects on her evolution as an artist, including a career pause during the COVID-19 pandemic and musical influences by artists like the Black Eyed Peas and Lauryn Hill, Beyoncé and more.
Her powerful track, “Black Woman,” released on Juneteenth, won Best Song of the Summer from Unsigned BC. Our discussion takes a poignant turn as Ahsia shares the story behind her award-winning anthem, "Black Woman." Written spontaneously with a bass guitar, this song boldly confronts the microaggressions and subtle forms of racism faced by Black women, particularly in places like Vancouver. Her lyrics resonate deeply, offering validation and visibility to the Black community.
AHSIA discusses navigating the Vancouver music scene and invites listeners to her upcoming shows at Guilt & Co on October 26 and the Grey Cup Festival in November. Tune in for an inspiring conversation about authenticity, resilience, and embracing one’s true self.
Check out Ahsia here:
Website: ahsia.ca
IG: ahsia.wav
Intro Featured Single : Black Woman by Ahsia .
Listen Here: https://open.spotify.com/track/13NtwFhTw1gQ2CEdEWJ4vZ?si=WBl3UOD7Q_6xU2E_Pd2iTQ
Give this playlist a listen: Vancouver’s Finest
https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3lYocr5871zoe9ASQnHfNa?si=lmo9gXWxTbC2VDNqHyszvA&pi=u-KMDtbK75T8Sv
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