Ramy Essam Honored with Freemuse Award for Free Musical Expression

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The Freemuse Award for free musical expression goes to Ramy Essam, “the singer of the revolution.” His song “Irhal” galvanized the crowds at Tahrir Square. The World’s Marco Werman speaks with Essam.

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