The man who taught Fela Kuti a thing or two has been all but erased from formal music history. He deserves much better treatment in death.
Grammy-nominated musician Somi launched her new album reimagining Miriam Makeba with a live performance that amplified the work made in honour of the late activist and...
His rhythmic sounds connected with the diaspora and his collaborations with stars like Drake and Beyoncé elevated his name.
Afrobeats emerged when West African pop music became cool. It has been boosted by the diaspora, big name collaborations and American culture.
Google Arts and Culture has created a virtual gallery to showcase Malian culture. In partnership with Timbuktu Resistance, UNESCO World Heritage, SAVAMA-DCI, and Instruments for Africa,...
