Tracks

When we move to the beat, something special happens in our bodies and minds. But how does dance work?

Already a superstar across Africa, Dobet Gnahoré is now the ambassador for Afro-pop on the international scene.

Kokoroko blends jazz and Afrobeat for a journey between London and Africa.

South Africa has become a strong regional power, but has serious problems of inequality, poverty and corruption.

The Balkan Paradise Orchestra mixes Balkan brass with dance music in a heady artistic swirl.

Spanish-British musician Gizmo Varillas combines flamenco, folk, indie and global sounds to create his unique sound.

Professional violinist Maria Botha is trying to change township children’s lives in South Africa through teaching her instrument.

A leading proponent of underground techno since the early 2000s and a major influence in electronic music in his native Spain since the early 1990s, Oscar Mulero performs in Stone Techno at the cavernous post-industrial space of the Zollverein near Essen.

The atmospheric sounds of Swedish band Fauna put the ESNS festival audience into a collective trance.

How can we have more fulfilling sex? Ronja von Rönne meets couples and singles who have reinvented their sexuality.

Using the latest technology, researchers are discovering the bright colours of ancient Greek art and architecture.  

From queer cake sitting to sex positive tasting evenings, Tracks finds out about food and sexuality.

42-year-old Armen Grigoryan is the youngest barber in the timeless atmosphere of the oldest barbershop in Armenia.

How can you feed yourself self-sufficiently in the desert? An ancient superfood could hold the answer.

How can we age well? Ronja von Rönne trys to find out by talking to chimney sweep Norbert Skrobek, who is close to retirement and Monika Gutte who defies age with a zest for life

Can infinity be defined? is it something that we can feel? And can we express it in a work of art?

Ancient Greek statues are white, pure and classical, just like the marble they are carved from. False. These statues were painted in fabulous bright colours. Archaeologists and art academics have known this for centuries so why does the white myth endure?

In Romania, the Social Democrats joined forces with the far right to bring down the pro-European government. Elsewhere, certain mainstream parties are considering deals, or already cooperating, with parties seen as "radical".

Opened in 1932, the art deco cinema is a major venue for film premieres with its huge auditorium.