The Genius of Fela Kuti and Afrobeat (feat. Femi & Made Kuti)
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The brilliance of Nigeria’s Fela Kuti and the innovation of Afrobeat are synonymous with activism, dance, and the representation of beauty within African culture.
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Fela Kuti has inspired musicians from all over the world from Burna Boy and Beyoncé, to Miles Davis. Sound Field dives into the musical genius of Fela’s cultural funk. Host LA Buckner speaks to Fela’s son and grandson, Femi and Made Kuti about carrying on the legacy of Afrobeat.
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00:00 - Fela Kuti’s Influence
03:12 - The Origins of Afrobeat
05:24 - The Ingredients of the Afrobeat Sound
08:06 - Fela Kuti’s Fight For Justice
10:28 - Fela Kuti’s Legacy
13:02 - Afrobeat’s
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