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Music

Wild melodies

Shrouded in mystery, the Basque people have long been bound to music and song. Among their lesser-known traditions is basa ahaide—“wild melodies”—an ancient practice passed down among a select few. A hidden soundscape that whispers from the edges of memory and myth.

Basque musicians storm the stage
Music

Basque musicians storm the stage

From historic pop and rock figures to a brilliant generation of young musicians breaking new ground: more and more bands and solo performers in the Basque Country are selling out large venues.