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SUMMARY:Natania & Ticket to Brasil
DESCRIPTION:Natania Kamin is a charismatic vocalist\, songwriter and dancer who is passionate about sharing the music of her native Brazil with American audiences. \nTicket To Brasil is a bossa nova\, samba and Brazilian jazz project founded by contemporary jazz guitarist and composer Pavel Jany. The group has performed at many national and international jazz events and has opened for such renowned artists as Trio Brasileiro\, Brazilian singer Cibelle and American jazz vocalist Karrin Allyson. \nNatania Kamin\, vocals\nPavel Jany\, guitar\nJohn Croarkin\, sax/flute/harmonica\nTed Godbout\, piano\nAnibal Soares\, bass\nJosue Alfaro\, drums/vocal \nRecommended for fans of Gal Costa\, Cibelle\, Gilberto Gil\, and Caetano Veloso.
URL:https://www.dakotacooks.com/event/natania-ticket-to-brasil-july5-2025/
CATEGORIES:Global,Jazz
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SUMMARY:DakhaBrakha
DESCRIPTION:There will be no dinner service during this show. Dinner service will end at 7:30PM. \n  \n“Visually striking and sonically mesmerizing.” – Broadway World\n  \nDakhaBrakha is a music quartet from Kyiv\, Ukraine. Their “ethno chaos” sound spans years of performances prior to Russia’s 2022 invasion\, but war is in everything now. Here\, they masterfully blend Ukrainian traditional music with influences from around the world\, resulting in an unexpected new music. \nTraditional music has seen a resurgence in Ukraine over the past decades\, after being suppressed during Soviet rule. DakhaBrakha uses Ukrainian polyphony as its foundation\, interweaving complex rhythmic and melodic structures from India\, Arabia\, Africa\, and Australia. Their music is textural\, layered sounds with distinctive percussive heartbeats\, thumping bass lines\, distorted electric guitars and influences of jazz\, spoken word\, rap and even punk. DakhaBrakha calls this tapestry of influences “ethno chaos.” And this chaos is a strength\, allowing them to draw in strands of music that connect Ukraine with the world. \nThey are troubadours\, activists and educators. Though their name means Give/Take in the old language\, DakhaBrakha is new Ukraine\, both pre-colonial and post-Soviet. Moreover\, they work within a global network of art and music. They aim to help audiences see Ukraine not as a monolith\, but as a cosmopolitan culture. Furthermore\, one that takes in other cultures\, and gives in return.  \nDakhaBrakha was created in 2004 at the Kyiv Center of Contemporary Art “DAKH” by the avant-garde theatre director Vladyslav Troitskyi. Theatre work has left its mark on the band performances – their shows are always staged with a strong visual element. Projected behind them are a mix of animations from different Ukrainian artists and photos of life in today’s Ukraine.  \nThe band is currently in the process of recording their first album since 2020 in Kyiv (Ukraine)\, which combines material created before and during Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine. \nRecommended for fans of Dakh Daughters\, Yagódy\, Alyona Alyona and Onuka.
URL:https://www.dakotacooks.com/event/dakhabrakha-jul-2026/2026-07-29/
CATEGORIES:Global
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260730T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260730T220000
DTSTAMP:20260724T191452Z
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SUMMARY:DakhaBrakha
DESCRIPTION:There will be no dinner service during this show. Dinner service will end at 7:30PM. \n  \n“Visually striking and sonically mesmerizing.” – Broadway World\n  \nDakhaBrakha is a music quartet from Kyiv\, Ukraine. Their “ethno chaos” sound spans years of performances prior to Russia’s 2022 invasion\, but war is in everything now. Here\, they masterfully blend Ukrainian traditional music with influences from around the world\, resulting in an unexpected new music. \nTraditional music has seen a resurgence in Ukraine over the past decades\, after being suppressed during Soviet rule. DakhaBrakha uses Ukrainian polyphony as its foundation\, interweaving complex rhythmic and melodic structures from India\, Arabia\, Africa\, and Australia. Their music is textural\, layered sounds with distinctive percussive heartbeats\, thumping bass lines\, distorted electric guitars and influences of jazz\, spoken word\, rap and even punk. DakhaBrakha calls this tapestry of influences “ethno chaos.” And this chaos is a strength\, allowing them to draw in strands of music that connect Ukraine with the world. \nThey are troubadours\, activists and educators. Though their name means Give/Take in the old language\, DakhaBrakha is new Ukraine\, both pre-colonial and post-Soviet. Moreover\, they work within a global network of art and music. They aim to help audiences see Ukraine not as a monolith\, but as a cosmopolitan culture. Furthermore\, one that takes in other cultures\, and gives in return.  \nDakhaBrakha was created in 2004 at the Kyiv Center of Contemporary Art “DAKH” by the avant-garde theatre director Vladyslav Troitskyi. Theatre work has left its mark on the band performances – their shows are always staged with a strong visual element. Projected behind them are a mix of animations from different Ukrainian artists and photos of life in today’s Ukraine.  \nThe band is currently in the process of recording their first album since 2020 in Kyiv (Ukraine)\, which combines material created before and during Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine. \nRecommended for fans of Dakh Daughters\, Yagódy\, Alyona Alyona and Onuka.
URL:https://www.dakotacooks.com/event/dakhabrakha-jul-2026/2026-07-30/
CATEGORIES:Global
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SUMMARY:Vieux Farka Touré
DESCRIPTION:“Notes fall from his fingers like rain on to water… kaleidoscopic” – Guardian\n  \nVieux Farka Touré\, often called “The Hendrix of the Sahara”\, hails from Niafunké\, Mali. He is the son of legendary Malian guitar player Ali Farka Touré\, who died in 2006. Ali came from a historical tribe of soldiers and defied his parents by becoming a musician. Thus\, when Vieux reached his teens\, he declared that he also wanted to be a musician. However\, his father disapproved because of the pressures he had experienced as a musician. Rather\, he wanted Vieux to become a soldier. Vieux eventually convinced his father to give him his blessing to pursue music shortly before Ali passed. \nInitially\, Vieux played drums and calabash at Mali’s Institut National des Arts\, but he secretly began playing guitar in 2001. When Vieux announced plans to record an album\, cancer had already weakened Ali Farka Touré. Ali recorded a couple of tracks with him. There\, those recordings\, which appear on Vieux’s debut CD\, rank among Ali’s final ones.  \nWhen the COVID pandemic hit in 2020 and all touring ground to a halt\, Vieux stayed focused on his craft at home. He worked tirelessly in the studio he built at his family’s compound. The resulting album\, 2022’s Les Racines\, finds Vieux returning to his deep roots. Here\, he explores the desert blues music that he spent most of his career experimenting with and expanding. In 2022 Vieux and Houston-based psych-rock superstars Khruangbin released a long-awaited collaborative album. Sir Elton John called it “one of the albums of the year – absolutely wonderful music.” \nWith each new project Vieux broadens his horizons\, embraces new challenges and further entrenches his reputation as one of the world’s most talented and innovative musicians. \nRecommended for fans of Ali Farka Touré\, Tinariwen\, Cheikh Lô and Khruangbin.
URL:https://www.dakotacooks.com/event/vieux-farka-toure-sep30-2026/
CATEGORIES:Blues,Global
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SUMMARY:Alfredo Rodriguez & Pedrito Martinez
DESCRIPTION:“Alfredo\, one of the greatest piano players of all time!” – Quincy Jones\n  \n“[Martinez is] an incomparable performer… a traditional Afro-Cuban music superstar” – New York Times\n  \nPainted in the broadest of strokes\, the stories of Alfredo Rodriguez and Pedrito Martinez may seem similar. Both started life in Havana\, discovered their gifts and passions for music and headed to the United States. There\, they melded the music of their homeland with a wide variety of influences\, each in their own deeply personal way. \nRodriguez was born into a musical family\, his father a popular singer and TV host. Martinez\, on the other hand\, honed his craft on the streets of Havana\, learning the deeply rooted percussion and vocal style of Afro-Cuban folkloric and religious music. \n“What makes this duo completely different is that I came from the folkloric side and Alfredo came from the classical side. You put those things together and you come out with an extraordinary and different sound.” – Pedrito Martinez \nPianist Alfredo Rodriguez’s sound embodies the collective sound of Miami\, blending Latin pop\, timba\, salsa\, bachata\, tango\, reggaeton\, and bolero. It’s a musical fusion that encompasses the diverse Latin community while celebrating individuality and fostering unity. It calls upon Rodriguez’s roots just as much as his newly learned experiences\, representing a new phase of life.  \nPedrito Martinez is a consummate master of Afro-Cuban folkloric music and the batá drum. Since settling in New York in 1998\, Pedrito has recorded or performed with Paul Simon\, Wynton Marsalis\, and Paquito D’Rivera. He has also worked with Bruce Springsteen\, Ruben Blades\, Eddie Palmieri\, Dave Matthews\, and Sting. Moreover\, he has contributed to over seventy-five albums. \nFurthermore\, he is also the world’s first-call rumbero—playing\, singing\, and dancing with dozens of Cuban rumba groups. Pedrito was a founding member of the highly successful Afro-Cuban/Afro-Beat band Yerba Buena. \nRecommended for fans of Poncho Sanchez\, Chucho Valdés\, Afro-Cuban All Stars and Eddie Palmieri. \n📸: Anna Webber
URL:https://www.dakotacooks.com/event/alfredo-rodriguez-pedrito-martinez-oct1-2026/
CATEGORIES:Global,Jazz
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SUMMARY:Paris Chansons
DESCRIPTION:“French music with lots of international twists… true joy” – Broadway World\n  \nParis Chansons is an exciting French band with an Eastern European twist. They are known for their original renditions of French favorites from Aznavour\, Dassin\, Piaf\, Macias\, Adamo and Dalida\, all the way to contemporary artists like Zaz & Stromae! Their exhilarating performances are punctuated with jazz standards as well as classics in Russian\, Italian\, and other languages. \nThree multilingual singers bring unparalleled diversity to their shows. Julia Kantor\, originally from Ukraine\, lived and studied in France where she discovered in French music a soul connection that still imbues every performance. She entrances the stage with a sultry voice and dynamic presence. Together with her husband\, Jacob\, a Russian-born singer/songwriter\, they launched Paris Chansons. Max Cohen grew up in Morocco steeped in French music\, particularly the songs of Enrico Macias. Max’s rich velvety tone delivers beautifully nuanced renditions of his favorites\, complete with a signature North African lilt. \nSuperb musicianship anchors the ensemble\, effortlessly moving from jazzy improvisation to slow-burning balladry to blistering gypsy fervor. All seasoned pros\, the musicians are Jeff Lams on piano\, Adam Cohen on upright bass\, Endre Balogh on violin\, Sinclair Lott on drums\, and Jacob Kantor on guitar. Paris Chansons takes you on a journey without leaving your seat (except\, of course\, to dance!)\, a spectacular celebration of French and international music that brings the world that much closer. \nRecommended for fans of Pink Martini\, Paris Combo\, The Hot Sardines and Zazou.
URL:https://www.dakotacooks.com/event/paris-chansons-oct3-2026/2026-10-03/1/
CATEGORIES:Global,Jazz
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SUMMARY:Paris Chansons
DESCRIPTION:“French music with lots of international twists… true joy” – Broadway World\n  \nParis Chansons is an exciting French band with an Eastern European twist. They are known for their original renditions of French favorites from Aznavour\, Dassin\, Piaf\, Macias\, Adamo and Dalida\, all the way to contemporary artists like Zaz & Stromae! Their exhilarating performances are punctuated with jazz standards as well as classics in Russian\, Italian\, and other languages. \nThree multilingual singers bring unparalleled diversity to their shows. Julia Kantor\, originally from Ukraine\, lived and studied in France where she discovered in French music a soul connection that still imbues every performance. She entrances the stage with a sultry voice and dynamic presence. Together with her husband\, Jacob\, a Russian-born singer/songwriter\, they launched Paris Chansons. Max Cohen grew up in Morocco steeped in French music\, particularly the songs of Enrico Macias. Max’s rich velvety tone delivers beautifully nuanced renditions of his favorites\, complete with a signature North African lilt. \nSuperb musicianship anchors the ensemble\, effortlessly moving from jazzy improvisation to slow-burning balladry to blistering gypsy fervor. All seasoned pros\, the musicians are Jeff Lams on piano\, Adam Cohen on upright bass\, Endre Balogh on violin\, Sinclair Lott on drums\, and Jacob Kantor on guitar. Paris Chansons takes you on a journey without leaving your seat (except\, of course\, to dance!)\, a spectacular celebration of French and international music that brings the world that much closer. \nRecommended for fans of Pink Martini\, Paris Combo\, The Hot Sardines and Zazou.
URL:https://www.dakotacooks.com/event/paris-chansons-oct3-2026/2026-10-03/2/
CATEGORIES:Global,Jazz
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261020T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261020T220000
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SUMMARY:Neuza
DESCRIPTION:“a soothing voice that is gently persuasive… exudes joy” – Afropop Worldwide\n  \nOver the past decade\, Neuza has established herself as one of the foremost singers of the soaring sounds of talaia baxo and rabolo\, the rhythms native to the volcanic island of Fogo in Cabo Verde. The daughter of a singer who died of cancer when Nueza was five\, she was discovered when her restaurant co-workers overheard her singing and encouraged her to take it further. She did and her 2014 debut Flor Di Bila brought her international attention with her YouTube videos clocking up millions of views. Her 2020 single\, No Cancer\, was released to promote the founding of her Izilda Foundation to support families affected by the disease. Splitting her time between the US and Cabo Verde\, Neuza has toured Europe and has performed at South by Southwest and the Lowell Folk festival. \nRecommended for fans of Cesária Évora\, Tito Paris\, Titina and Bana.
URL:https://www.dakotacooks.com/event/neuza-oct20-2026/
CATEGORIES:Global,Jazz
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261025T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261025T193000
DTSTAMP:20260911T194838Z
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SUMMARY:Afro-Cuban All Stars
DESCRIPTION:“hard to beat this kind of music – soulful\, technically brilliant\, sexy and uplifting.” – The ArtsDesk\n  \nAfro-Cuban All Stars is a unique orchestra that has always promoted the full range of Cuban music. This ensemble embraces several generations and all musical styles. Additionally\, over the years many of the band’s musicians have become international stars. Brilliant performers like Ruben Gonzalez\, Ibrahim Ferrer\, Guillermo Rubalcaba\, Amadito Valdes and Manuel “The Guajiro” Mirabal have been All Stars. \nThe genesis of the Afro-Cuban All Stars dates to the early 1990s. At this time the son ensemble Sierra Maestra\, headed by Juan de Marcos\, received a lot of international exposure. Consequently\, de Marcos led a couple of very successful tours in Europe. \nAfter several years of success\, the All Stars are certainly one of the best-known and successful Cuban orchestras. Moreover\, they have earned four Grammy nominations\, starred in several documentaries and films\, and received many other distinctions. \nFurther\, Afro-Cuban All Stars has also opened the doors to a new generation by incorporating young musicians into the band. With his project\, de Marcos has developed a concept: to stand up on the roots for creating the future. More so than simply creating a band\, his approach has allowed him to expand its creative range by incorporating contemporary styles of Cuban music. To that end\, he adopts a fluid approach to adjusting the orchestra’s line-up by changing or adding musicians. He tailors the ensemble to best reflect the different styles of music from the various periods that the band features. \nThe Afro-Cubans are the same orchestra that can be seen in those distinct performances captured in now-famous film. They are in the Oscar-nominated Buena Vista Social Club documentary by Wim Wenders and the Tony Knox documentary Salon of Dreams. They also shine on DVDs Live in Japan and Live in The Hague. \nRecommended for fans of Buena Vista Social Club\, Nachito Herrera\, Tito Puente and Pedrito Martinez.
URL:https://www.dakotacooks.com/event/afro-cuban-all-stars-oct25-2026/2026-10-25/1/
CATEGORIES:Global
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261025T220000
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SUMMARY:Afro-Cuban All Stars
DESCRIPTION:“hard to beat this kind of music – soulful\, technically brilliant\, sexy and uplifting.” – The ArtsDesk\n  \nAfro-Cuban All Stars is a unique orchestra that has always promoted the full range of Cuban music. This ensemble embraces several generations and all musical styles. Additionally\, over the years many of the band’s musicians have become international stars. Brilliant performers like Ruben Gonzalez\, Ibrahim Ferrer\, Guillermo Rubalcaba\, Amadito Valdes and Manuel “The Guajiro” Mirabal have been All Stars. \nThe genesis of the Afro-Cuban All Stars dates to the early 1990s. At this time the son ensemble Sierra Maestra\, headed by Juan de Marcos\, received a lot of international exposure. Consequently\, de Marcos led a couple of very successful tours in Europe. \nAfter several years of success\, the All Stars are certainly one of the best-known and successful Cuban orchestras. Moreover\, they have earned four Grammy nominations\, starred in several documentaries and films\, and received many other distinctions. \nFurther\, Afro-Cuban All Stars has also opened the doors to a new generation by incorporating young musicians into the band. With his project\, de Marcos has developed a concept: to stand up on the roots for creating the future. More so than simply creating a band\, his approach has allowed him to expand its creative range by incorporating contemporary styles of Cuban music. To that end\, he adopts a fluid approach to adjusting the orchestra’s line-up by changing or adding musicians. He tailors the ensemble to best reflect the different styles of music from the various periods that the band features. \nThe Afro-Cubans are the same orchestra that can be seen in those distinct performances captured in now-famous film. They are in the Oscar-nominated Buena Vista Social Club documentary by Wim Wenders and the Tony Knox documentary Salon of Dreams. They also shine on DVDs Live in Japan and Live in The Hague. \nRecommended for fans of Buena Vista Social Club\, Nachito Herrera\, Tito Puente and Pedrito Martinez.
URL:https://www.dakotacooks.com/event/afro-cuban-all-stars-oct25-2026/2026-10-25/2/
CATEGORIES:Global
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261123T210000
DTSTAMP:20260817T133534Z
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SUMMARY:Irish Christmas in America
DESCRIPTION:“Lively and reflective…a powerful evocation of the season” — Folk Wax\n\nThe hugely popular holiday show Irish Christmas in America returns in 2026. Here\, they bring a fascinating performance of music\, song\, dance and stories of seasonal Irish traditions. \nProduced by Sligo fiddler Oisín Mac Diarmada\, this year’s show features an incredible line-up of talented artists. Also\, these include Laura Jo (vocals\, guitar)\, Gráinne Hambly (Irish harp\, concertina)\, Caoimhín Ó Fearghaíl (uilleann pipes\, flute)\, Samantha Harvey (piano\, dance) and Jack Warnock (guitar\, vocals). \nExceptional Irish music\, song and dance\, combined with evocative photographic images\, provide the perfect backdrop to a heartwarming celebration. Here\, they bring of the Christmas traditions of Ireland to life. Further\, take a memorable glimpse into the enchanting spirit of Christmas. Then\, the finest traditional artists from Ireland bring you on a fun-filled start to the 2026 holiday season. \nThe holiday show was first conceived in 2005 with past tours featuring a stellar list of guest vocalists. Mac Diarmada enthuses about the program as a way to bring traditional and often unknown Irish customs to the U.S. \nRecommended for fans of Téada\, Altan\, The Dubliners and Caladh Nua. \n📸: Brendan Duffy
URL:https://www.dakotacooks.com/event/irish-christmas-in-america-nov23-2026/
CATEGORIES:Global,Holiday
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261209T210000
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SUMMARY:Esera Tuaolo - Act of Kindness Holiday Show
DESCRIPTION:“Esera Tuaolo is an inspiration.” – The Voice\n  \nBENEFITING HATE IS WRONG\, AN ANTI-BULLYING ORGANIZATION.\n\nEsera Tavai Tuaolo is of Samoan ancestry and was born in Honolulu\, Hawaii. He grew up in poverty on a banana farm in Waimanalo and is a father of twins\, Mitchell and Michele. Many of his meaningful moments while growing up and playing in the NFL can be found in his autobiography. The book is Alone in the Trenches: My Life as a Gay Man in the NFL.\n \nTuaolo had a successful football career for thirteen years. He played at Oregon State University\, and then in the NFL for nine years. Also\, he played for the Green Bay Packers\, Minnesota Vikings\, Jacksonville Jaguars\, Atlanta Falcons\, and Carolina Panthers. Additionally\, he reached the Super Bowl with the Atlanta Falcons. \nAfter retiring from the NFL\, Tuaolo came out as gay in 2002 and began advocating for the LGBT community. To combat homophobia\, he has worked with different sports organizations\, including the NFL and the Gay and Lesbian Athletics Foundation. Further\, he has appeared on television programs such as The Oprah Winfrey Show\, Good Morning America\, and The Ellen Show.\n \nIn 2017\, Tuaolo founded Hate is Wrong\, a non-profit corporation whose mission is to foster diversity in sports and anti-bullying among youth. Hate is Wrong provides inclusion-based education and throws anti-bullying family luaus in school districts. Here\, families come together\, enjoy a free meal\, and learn how to spot and prevent bullying. \nTuaolo is also a singer. He has sung the National Anthem at sporting events\, including NFL\, MLB\, NHL\, and NBA games. He also performed at the opening ceremony of the Gay Games VII and Super Bowl 2018. Furthermore\, he was cast on Season thirteen of The Voice\, and made it to the top twenty.\n \nRecommended for fans of Iam Tongi\, Moe Keale\, Kalani Pea and Keilana.
URL:https://www.dakotacooks.com/event/esera-tuaolo-act-of-kindness-holiday-show-dec9-2026/
CATEGORIES:Global,Holiday
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SUMMARY:Trio Mandili
DESCRIPTION:The world’s most viral folk trio.\n  \nHow does a centuries-old village singing tradition become a 1-billion-view global digital phenomenon? \nMeet Trio Mandili — arguably the world’s most viral folk trio. \nWhat began as three friends singing together in the Georgian countryside grew into an extraordinary international success story. Their three-part harmonies are rooted in Georgia’s ancient polyphonic singing tradition. Accompanied by the traditional panduri\, they have captivated audiences across cultures and languages. \nThe trio has grown quickly\, garnering more than one billion views worldwide and nearly two million YouTube subscribers. Trio Mandili has built a global following extending far beyond Georgia and the Caucasus and now performs around the world. \nIn 2027\, the trio brings its unforgettable live performance to the United States for the first time. \nWhether you’ve followed their videos for years or are discovering them for the first time\, this is a rare opportunity to experience the voices behind more than a billion views — live. \nRecommended for fans of DakhaBrakha\, Basiani Ensemble\, Bani and Chveneburebi.
URL:https://www.dakotacooks.com/event/trio-mandili-may16-2027/
CATEGORIES:Folk,Global
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