One of the most famous and best loved songs in Australian history, though it (and Cold Chisel as a band) never got much play outside the region. The song is about the difficulties faced by an Australian veteran of the Vietnam War after returning home.
Superbly atmospheric and evocative track by the quartet from Gothenburg, featuring Japanese-Swedish-American frontwoman Yukimi Nagano. The band’s name was inspired by the “Little Dragon” nickname Nagano earned due to the “fuming tantrums” she used to throw while recording in the studio.
Awesome video game romp by Frenchman Remi Gaillard. If you liked this one, also check out his version of Mario Kart.
My choice for the 10 best political / conscious rap songs.
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Inspired by Kanye West’s comment about the Bush administration’s (non-)response to Hurricane Katrina, this rap song also features an equally stunning music video by Franklin Lopez of Submedia.
A selection of some of the best hip hop from around the world, including South Africa, Denmark, Brazil, Taiwan, Japan, Iran, Germany and more.
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After growing up in the rough suburbs of Rio De Janeiro and serving in the army, Marcelo D2 climbed to the top of the Brazilian rap / hip hop music scene. Also check out this song, featuring Marcelo rapping with his talented son.
A selection of some of the best music coming out of Turkey in the last few years, including rock, electronica / industrial, rap, traditional Turkish and Sufi songs, and more.
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Mercan Dede brings together electronica, traditional Turkish music, rap / hip hop and elements of Sufism (the mystical branch of Islam – “Dede” means “elder” in the Sufi tradition) to create a deeply mystical, evocative musical style. This song also features Turkish rapper Ceza.
10 romantic / happy YouTube videos, guaranteed to pick you up when you’re feeling down.
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I dare you to say the title isn’t accurate after watching this one 
