JoSH

From: 2 below zero
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A feature on the Canadian-Pakistani pop band JoSH. Read the full description.
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Piece Description

A Pakistani fusion pop band with a big following in South Asia, JoSH has won an MTV India award and regularly performs to sellout crowds on the subcontinent. Now the group, which is based in Canada, is hoping to become popular in North America.

Broadcast History

Originally aired on PRI's "The World" on April 12, 2007.