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Multicultural Talent Daada Unveils Heartfelt Single ‘Song For You’

Prepare to be transported across continents and cultures as Daada, the German-Colombian songstress with Tanzanian roots, shares her enchanting new single ‘Song For You’, out now via Daada Music. This track is a delightful prelude to her upcoming EP ‘Home’, set to release on June 21, 2024.
Daada, known offstage as Maike Valentina Kusserow, effortlessly blends her multicultural heritage into her music, creating a refreshing pop sound that resonates globally. Raised in Arusha, Tanzania, and now splitting her time between East Africa and Berlin, Daada’s music is a vibrant tapestry woven with threads from Africa, Latin America, and Europe.
Since picking up her grandma’s guitar in her youth, Daada has been a storytelling force, penning multilingual songs in English, Spanish, Swahili, and German. Her unique sound is a rich blend of genres, influenced by icons like Shakira, and spans Reggaeton, Cumbia, Bongo Fleva, Amapiano, and Indie. Imagine the power of Billie Eilish, Karol G, and Ayra Starr fused into an unexpected, fresh take on Pop – that’s Daada.
‘Song For You’ is an uplifting Afropop gem that wraps listeners in warmth and nostalgia. Driven by a hypnotic beat and punctuated by sentimental guitar, Daada’s angelic vocals celebrate the unwavering support of loved ones. She describes the track as a “love letter” to her supporters, friends, and family, reflecting the gratitude she feels for their constant presence.
“I wanted ‘Song for you’ to make you think of the people in your life who have been showing up for you since day one. I hope people hear it and send it to those angels. For me, it’s a love letter to my supporters, friends and family. I am so grateful for all the love I receive and for the beautiful souls that are on this journey with me. The whole upcoming EP is for you, but this song especially.” – Daada
Mark your calendars for June 21, 2024, when Daada’s EP ‘Home’ will transport listeners on a transcultural journey. Created between Berlin, Bogota, and Nairobi, this EP promises to be a sonic exploration of identity, love, and belonging.
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Americana Singer-Songwriter Richard Daigle Releases New Single “Cajun Getaway”

A Tribute to Spontaneity, Memory, and Louisiana Roots
Americana artist and Louisiana native Richard Daigle is proud to release his latest single, “Cajun Getaway,” a heartfelt, roots-infused ode to spontaneous adventure and the culture that shaped him. The song was recently recognized as a semi-finalist in the prestigious International Songwriting Competition, affirming Daigle’s growing presence in the Americana songwriting landscape.
Rooted in Daigle’s Cajun heritage and inspired by childhood memories, “Cajun Getaway” captures the anticipation of a spontaneous road trip more than the destination itself. “I had the tune in mind before the lyrics,” says Daigle, “but as the writing process began, I found myself wanting to bottle that feeling of planning a last-minute escape — especially one steeped in the familiar joy of Louisiana’s rich culture.”
The track includes the evocative line:
“We’ll drive on down to the end of the world, we’ll know we’re there when we hit Grand Isle.”
For Daigle, Grand Isle isn’t just a geographic marker at the southern tip of Louisiana — it’s a touchstone from childhood, a memory of long drives to his uncle’s camp along a lonely two-lane road. “As a kid, it felt like we were driving to the edge of the earth,” he recalls.
“Cajun Getaway” joins Daigle’s earlier release “Cajun People” in celebrating Cajun culture, something that runs deep in his blood: both of his parents were Cajun, and their influence remains central to his music.
A retired writer/editor and communications specialist, Daigle is a self-described “late bloomer artist,” who released his debut CD in 2020. Now based in Chattanooga, TN, he performs across the Southeast, blending homespun stories, sly humor, and poignant reflections in a style reminiscent of John Prine, one of his greatest influences.
In fact, Daigle’s connection to Prine spans decades — from attending a packed bar show in 1977 to interviewing Prine in 1979 as a young reporter, and finally seeing him again on New Year’s Eve in 2016. That story inspired another of Daigle’s songs, “John Prine, A Friend of Mine,” which pays homage not just to Prine’s genius but to his humanity.
“Songwriting is how I process life,” Daigle shares. “I was blessed to be married for 34 years to Jan White Daigle, a beautiful soul who passed away in 2014. Since then, I’ve leaned on music — and the stories in it — to make sense of grief, joy, and everything in between.”
With “Cajun Getaway,” Daigle invites listeners on a musical road trip that’s as much about nostalgia and hope as it is about destination. It’s Americana at its most honest — unpolished, heartfelt, and deeply human.
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