Beken, with his jagged vocals and nostalgic melodies, represents the historic musical glory of Port-au-Prince. Left with just one leg after being run down by a car at the age of twelve, he translates his personal suffering into words and music. A world music revelation in 2008, singer Moonlight Benjamin draws inspiration from her vévé, the voodoo symbol that accompanies her on stage, for sensual, captivating performances that include the ceremonial Damballah snake dance.