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Thursday, May 14, 2026

Dispatch: The Azores, Portugal

By Charis McGowan

Charis McGowan visits the Azores for a festival built on collaboration, social inclusion and unexpected musical results

Som Sim Zero Musicos De Heavy Metal Dos Acores Coliseu Micaelense 2026 08 @Andresaudade

Som Sim Zero perform a theatrical rock opera (Andre Saudade)

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