These independent creators and listeners – part of the global diaspora – are rediscovering their roots and redefining global music today. Independent creators can distribute their work around the globe without depending on the approval of traditional gatekeepers. Video platforms, global streaming services, and global online communities have changed the way people around the world access music. As for the festivals and events, the major festival organizers are slowly but surely starting to realize the vast potential of diaspora sounds. Digital Technology Makes Global Music Creation Possible.