March 3rd marks “World Freedom Day”  an annual event where musicians, music clubs, cultural institutions, broadcasters and media join Freemuse in the celebration of freedom of musical expression. In light of this, a few media outlets have been intouch with Deeyah to catch her thoughts on this important subject.

In this most recent interview with Reuters Deeyah says that “Music is a fundamental part of all our cultures, our history and our identity. It’s not just light entertainment that doesn’t need protection,” adding that “It is in many countries the only way for people to express themselves or even rebel.”

Another interview has surfaced in a blog, titled — “Pop Star and Human Rights Activist: Deeyah – How I’m Bringing Awareness to Music Censorship” Deeyah discusses Listen To The Banned, the power of music, being a Human Rights Activist — to read this interview click here

Links: Reuters, Pop Star and Human Rights Activist: Deeyah – How I’m Bringing Awareness to Music Censorship