Identidades in English No 4, December 2014 | Page 103

Concert and exhibit at 720 Records The activists offered a profound and analytical social critique, as did the discussion that followed the hip-hop concert by Raudel Collazo and David D Omni. Yet it was also full of optimism, despite the current reality in Cuba. This produced a rich exchange - lasting over an hour - between the artists and audience members (Pittsburgh activists, artists, students, and university professors), with the delegation of invited Cubans weighing in with commentary and perspectives. Thanks to Nate, who offered us his space. Our hote : Dj Nate Mitchel Participants Cuban and American Rappers (David d’Omni and Gene BZE Ojeda) A final memory 103