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The Khmer Rouge regime left Cambodia in ruins. But now a young Cambodian-American artist is trying to revive the country's thriving musical scene of the pre-Pol Pot years. With contemporary sounds, singer and songwriter Laura Mam is starting a musical conversation between generations. Guest host Allison Keyes talks to the young artist about her music and her aspirations.ALLISON KEYES, host:
I'm Allison Keyes, and this is TELL ME MORE, from NPR News. Michel Martin is away.
May is Asian-Pacific American heritage month, where we highlight the contributions of Asians and Pacific Islanders to American society. And today, we bring you an inspiring new voice. Born in the U.S. to Cambodian parents, Laura Mam is looking to revive the music scene of her parents' home country. The regime of the Khmer Rouge was responsible for the deaths of scores of Cambodians. Its reign also depleted the country's arts and culture.
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