It's clear from observing the ebb and flow of the music world, one of the most inspiring creative outpourings is coming straight from Nigeria. Indeed, you could probably spend an entire lifetime parsing its universe of musical styles.

How does one unversed in Nigerian musical styles even begin to deal with this enormity? Why not dive in with Liya, a dynamic Afro-fusion singer from Nigeria? She graces the latest episode of Global Spin, a video series highlighting unique artists from around the globe.

Performing her magnetic tune "Alari" while clad in crimson, Liya invites listeners into her particular cosmology of influences — namely R&B, pop and soul, with a large helping of Yoruba culture.

As the performance crescendos, it becomes increasingly clear: we all have a lot of listening and communing to do. Let Liya's offerings be a threshold into a lifetime of communion with music from Nigeria — and everywhere else in Africa, for that matter.

Check out the spectacular video above and keep checking back for more episodes of Global Spin.

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Budding musician Eva B is proudly touted as the first female rapper in Pakistan. In just a few years, the young artist has worked alongside international star Kaifi Khalil and had her breakthrough single, "Rozi," featured in an episode of Ms. Marvel. But, it wasn't always smooth sailing for the rising star.

Despite finding her passion for music, Eva B's family feared being a musician would taint her image and make it difficult to find a partner in a conservative country. Eventually, her family realized her calling and encouraged her to continue anonymously. Now, she's making an impact as one of the only veiled entertainers in pop culture.

In this episode of Global Spin, Eva B performs "Sunrise in Lyari," an infectious rap track about her roots in Karachi, Pakistan that she wrote exclusively for Global Spin. The Pakistani songstress wears a traditional dress, hijab and mask as she raps from her local streets.

In an interview with The News, Eva B revealed that Eminem inspired her to start rapping. "I was blown away and fascinated by what I had heard. I went on to ask my friends what this music is really about. I never thought that music could be like this," she explained — and the influence is clear from her intense, rapid delivery. 

Press play on the video above to watch Eva B's crisp performance of "Sunrise in Lyari," and check back to GRAMMY.com for more episodes of Global Spin.

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By blending contemporary and traditional instruments, CHTHONIC bridges the two contrasting sides of Taiwan: the historic, mystic homeland of Austronesian peoples, and its bustling, technology-driven modern image. The metal band often uses cultural mythology, folklore and historical events to drive their music — and their latest single, "Pattonkan," is no different.

"Pattonkan" is CHTHONIC's first studio release since their 2018 album, Battlefields of Asura, written in honor of Kao Yi-sheng, an outspoken democracy advocate executed during the White Terror repression. The song title is a reference to Jade Mountain, a sacred area in Taiwan that Kao mentioned in his final letter to his family.

In this episode of Global Spin, CHTHONIC performs "Pattonkan," live from the Megaport Festival in Takao City, Taiwan. The quintet's energetic performance is charged by headbanging, fans jumping along, and confetti fluttering in the air.

Outside of their musical endeavors, CHTHONIC are active educators and human rights activists, with the group's frontman, Freddy Lim, acting as a member of the Legislative Yuan and a founder of the New Power Party. Lim also worked alongside his wife and bandmate, Doris Yeh, to form the Taiwan Rock Alliance, one of the lead organizers of the Formoz and Megaport music festivals in the country.

Press play on the video above to watch CHTHONIC's energetic performance of "Pattonkan," and check back to GRAMMY.com for more new episodes of Global Spin.

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RIOPY is living proof that the power of music transcends language. Since his solo debut in 2018, the self-taught French pianist has conveyed powerful feelings of love and sorrow through precisely composed instrumental piano albums.

"Sometimes I can't find the words to express myself, whether that's in French or English," he told Classic FM earlier this year. "But music is the deepest connection to emotions — it's how I'm able to express an emotion that I can't with words." 

In this episode of Global Spin, RIOPY offers a riveting eight-minute performance of "Drive," a track from his self-titled breakthrough album. He performs the song in front of a live audience at a church, adding three extra minutes of improvisation.

On April 14, RIOPY released his fourth studio album, THRIVE. According to a press statement, THRIVE "evokes the inner strength that guides us to fulfill our goals." 

RIOPY will embark on a tour through North America and Europe to celebrate the album, beginning April 26 in Stockholm, Sweden, and concluding December 8 in Saint-grégoire, France.

Press play on the video above to watch RIOPY's awe-inspiring performance of "Drive," and check back to GRAMMY.com for more new episodes of Global Spin.

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On "Focus Coin," Eastern European punk band Gogol Bordello question everything — from the fidelity of their partners to the intentions of the world's economic leaders.

"Have you noticed you just can't focus?/ If you can't focus, how can you notice?" Gogol Bordello poses in the opening line of the track, later declaring the lying nature of society.

In this episode of Global Spin, Gogol Bordello perform "Focus Coin" live from one of their latest tour stops. The band's energy is intense; Ukrainian frontman Eugen Hütz leads the performance with his powerful and raspy vocals, while members Pedro Erazo and Ashley "TOBI" Tobias pump up the crowd with infectious dance moves and enthusiastic chants.

"Focus Coin" is one of the singles from Gogol Bordello's latest album, Solidaritine. A year after touring in the U.S. in support of the album, the group will embark on a European tour on May 24, starting in Dublin and concluding in Cologne on June 22. Right after their own tour concludes, they'll play Denmark's Tinderbox Festival on June 23 and the Netherlands' Jera On Air festival on June 24.

Outside of their musical endeavors, the band has advocated for Ukrainian solidarity throughout the Russo-Ukrainian war, partnering with Nova Ukraine, ArtDopomoga, and more. They dedicated their 2022 U.S. tour to Ukrainian defenders, with a significant portion of proceeds benefiting Ukraine's battle for democracy.

Press play on the video above to watch Gogol Bordello's energetic performance of "Focus Spin," and keep checking back to GRAMMY.com for more new episodes of Global Spin.

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