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We've learned to use this variety and not see it as an obstacle. We want colorful, you want colorful - so let's just start sharing and paying attention to mutual respect.' We want people to understand that it's doable.ĭJ Chino: Our characters, our social and cultural upbringing - that diversity in itself makes for variety. That's what we always say in our show: 'Take a look around at all the people of all colors. If everyone were to follow that path, we would no longer need borders anywhere in this world. Omar David Römer Duque ('Don Cali'): We give people a glimpse of the world as it could be: different people from different countries who can create something and live peacefully together.

The members of Culcha Candela call themselves 'an example for successful integration' Image: DW/C.

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That's our vision of 'Candelistan': no matter what religion, skin color or sexual preference - we respect anyone who's cool. If we can't make things work on a small scale, we can't make them work on a large scale. We come from different perspectives, we're like a tiny world. And still, although we are by no means a homogenous mass, we work together. John Magiriba Lwanga ('Johnny Strange'): Diversity is our thing, it sets us apart: We are extremely colorful in many ways - culturally, and as individuals. What have you got that other bands don't have? It's a place filled with tolerance and respect - an attitude we'd like to spread. That's the most important rule: 'Be nice!' If you can do that, you're welcome to join right away, there's no restricted access. It's a place where everyone is nice to each other. When we were looking for a title for our colorful hodgepodge of songs, 'Candelistan' seemed to hit the spot. We used to have a forum by the same name on our website.

Matthias Hafemann ('DJ Chino'): 'Candelistan' is an imaginary land. DW: The title of your new album is 'Candelistan.' What does that stand for?