Fela Kuti’s legacy plays out in music, in politics and even in food, with Nigerian restaurants paying homage to him on their menus.

Drawing inspiration from God, his personal story, and the unshakable influence of Afrobeat pioneer, Fela Kuti, Unleash believes the genre is only just getting started. “Afro-fusion is definitely the ...

London Afrobeat Collective are a tight-knit family of musicians from around the world, living in London and united by a love of afrobeat and a desire to take original music to new places. From Europe ...

The fun carries on tomorrow with a DJ set by dance music icons Jungle, joined by Afrobeat superstars Seun Kuti & Egypt 80, as well as a Junior Jungle show, and appearance by Madame Electrifie, Anna ...

People are drawn to Afrobeat music for two reasons, says saxophone player Leah Concialdi of the band ATOMGA: They are familiar with genre pioneer Fela Kuti and they enjoy Afrobeat's layered ...

So, if the big cat and friends are going out for a night of partying in Wakanda, it’s easy to imagine them winding down to Afrobeat but also South African Afro-pop and amapiano, an eclectic ...

By Moses Nosike Nigerian Afrobeat rising star, Flexzy Joe has released a gripping new single titled “ALMAJIRI” under Jehu ...

Tiwa Savage, the queen of afrobeats and Nigeria’s very own, recently dropped Celia —her first body of work to come out on Motown Records. The 13-track project, which she titled in tribute to ...

Sandra Izsadore influenced Afrobeat icon Fela Kuti during his 1969 U.S. visit. While not its creator, her impact on the genre is undeniable.

Afrobeat is no longer just a Nigerian or African genre—it’s a global phenomenon. With its infectious rhythms, vibrant beats, and universal appeal, Afrobeat has captured the hearts and dance ...

Chicago Afrobeat Project What Goes Up Self Produced, 2017 Chicago Afrobeat Project is the Windy City's answer to Antibalas. Both bands have forged gritty, multi-faceted musical blends with Afrobeat at ...

AS FESTIVALS go, it all sounds too good to be true. A stellar line-up of bands, big name DJs, fun activities, free fairground ...