Fela Kuti - Box Set 5 Curated by Chris Martin and Femi Kuti is a deep dive into the groundbreaking era of Afrobeat, curated with care by Fela’s son, Femi Kuti, and Chris Martin of Coldplay. This collection showcases Fela’s unmatched genius in melding jazz, soul, and funk into searing, hypnotic rhythms that challenged the oppressive political landscape of 1970s Nigeria. Featuring material from his most influential creative period with the legendary Africa 70 band, these works are a testament to his enduring impact on modern music.
This box set presents meticulously restored and remastered audio, with each album’s artwork faithfully recreated from the original pressings. Enhancing the musical journey, a 20-page full-color booklet offers insightful commentary, rare photographs, and introductions from the curators, alongside a striking poster by acclaimed artist Lemi Ghariokwu. For fans and newcomers alike, Box Set 5 is an essential celebration of Fela’s uncompromising vision and revolutionary sound.
- Format: Vinyl
- Label: Knitting Factory Records
- Genre: Jazz, Soul & Funk
- Release Date: 12/00/2021
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TRACKS
Side A. Why Black Man Dey Suffer
Side B. Ikoyi Mentality Versus Mushin Mentality
Side A. Noise for Vendor Mouth
Side B. Mattress
Side A. Excuse-O
Side B. Mr. Grammarticalogylisationalism Is The Boss
Side A. Kalakuta Show
Side B. Don't Make Ganran Ganran (Te Je Je)
Side A. Ikoyi Blindness
Side B. Gab No Leti No N'Dolowo (Slap Me, Make I Get Money)
Side A. Original Suffer Head
Side B. Power Show
Side A. Overtake Don Overtake Overtake (Part I)
Side B. Overtake Don Overtake Overtake (Part II)
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