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Seun Anikulapo Kuti & Egypt 80 - From Africa with Fury: Rise
25 Apr 2011
The youngest Kuti maintain's the family's vibrant Afrobeat legacy
(Knitting Factory Records/ Because Music) The youngest son of Fela Kuti and step-brother of the fiery Femi, Seun Kuti records and tour with a rejuvenated version of his father’s old band Egypt 80 with whom he has played since pre-teens. This is…
Five reasons to go see Seun Kuti & Egypt 80
28 Mar 2011
The African Soul Rebels visit the Usher Hall
1. He’s part of the afrobeat dynasty. Nigerian musician Seun Kuti plays sax, chant-sings and dances – not unlike his legendary father Fela, pioneer of the funky Nigerian afrobeat sound. ‘What inspires me is Africa today’, says Seun. ‘The same things…
