WORLDWIDE WEDNESDAY: Anoushka Shankar, "Si No Puedo Verla"

Peter Jordan:

There have been some pretty horrible attacks on women and young girls in India recently. This isn't a new thing and it probably won't go away soon, but I think it's also important to remember there are a billion people in India. One needn't look far to find goodness and greatness.

Here's a truly international tune (Spanish lyrics, sitar accompaniment) from an accomplished Indian woman:

OPEN REQUEST SUNDAY: Las Ketchup, "Asereje"

Uh-oh... watch out, New York.  Looks like this is on rotation in the Midwest.  Thanks, Mom :)