What Achebe did for literature, Fela Kuti did for music. The Nigerian composer and father of Afrobeat inspired a generation of artists--one of whom is choreographer Bill T. Jones. Kurt talks with Jones about his musical "Fela!" which celebrates the art and life of a musical legend.
Music Playlist
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Sorrow, Tears, and Blood
Artist: Fela KutiAlbum: From the musical Fela!Label: Globe Style -
I.T.T. (International Thief Thief)
Artist: Fela KutiAlbum: From the musical Fela!Label: Mulatta -
Expensive ****
Artist: Fela KutiAlbum: Expensive ****Label: Wrasse Records -
Africa Center of the World
Artist: Fela KutiAlbum: The Underground Spiritual GameLabel: Quannum Projects