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Hace 4 días · Fela Kuti, often referred to as the ‘King of Afrobeat,’ profoundly influenced the development of the Afrobeats undercommons. His musical innovations, political activism, and uncompromising commitment to social justice continue to resonate within the Afrobeats genre and its associated cultural movements.
Hace 5 días · Afrobeat, propelled by visionaries like Fela Kuti, is a dynamic fusion that intertwines traditional Yoruba music, highlife, and jazz, creating a force that resonates globally. Fela Kuti's Afrobeat not only encapsulates the essence of Nigerian heritage but also serves as a rallying cry for social and political activism, making it a genre that transcends musical boundaries.
Fela was an immensely prolific artist, and nearly all his albums are iconic in some way. And I am not being hyperbolic when I say that. It all just depends on what you are looking for in terms of style and message. If you want the Fela that was more about fun and enjoyment, I'd say pick something between 70 and 77.
Hace 4 días · The EP "Black Woman (Remixes)" by Seun Kuti and Egypt 80 features several remixes of the original track "Black Woman." Released on March 4, 2016, this EP includes five tracks with different remix styles that provide fresh takes on the Afrobeat classic.
Hace 5 días · Whilst songs like Head Rules Heart, the Fela Kuti inspired Sleepwalking (Black Man’s Cry) – featuring label mate Dele Sosimi – and of course the debut single from the album, Dis & Dat, question the motives of mainstream media, politics and government, there’s plenty of positivity on show.
Hace 6 días · Notable Nigerian musician, Seun Kuti has explained why his father, Fela Kuti married 27 women in one day. In 1978, the renowned Nigerian artist, Fela had caused a frenzy after he married 27 women in one day. The reason for this had gone unexplained and unknown for years. His son, Seun while being featured on the ‘Fresh Off The Boat’ podcast ...
Hace 4 días · From 1980-1983, Nigeria was under civilian rule, and it was a relatively peaceful period for Fela, who recorded and toured non-stop. Military rule returned in 1983, and in 1984 Fela was sentenced to ten years in prison on charges of currency smuggling. With help from Amnesty International, he was freed in 1985.
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