Oduduwa / Were Oju Le (The Eyes Are Getting Red) is a stunning reissue of the powerhouse 1980s collaboration between Trinidadian musician Oluko Imo (Black Truth Rhythm Band) and Afrobeat legends Fela Kuti and Femi Kuti. Revived by Soundway in 2024, this release blends soulful Caribbean grooves with the commanding rhythms and horns of peak-era Nigerian Afrobeat, channeling a potent plea for social justice and unity.
The A-side, "Oduduwa," delivers a brooding and immersive soundscape with haunting piano, shuffling drums, and an ethereal sax solo, while the flip side, "Were Oju Le (The Eyes Are Getting Red)," brings together West African and Caribbean influences in a long-lost Afrobeat gem. Both tracks showcase Oluko Imo’s powerful vision alongside unforgettable performances from Fela and Femi Kuti, making this an essential listen for fans of world music, soul, and funk.
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- Format: Vinyl
- Label: Soundway
- Genre: Soul & Funk, Folk, World, & Country
- Release Date: 2024
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TRACKS
A. Oduduwa
B. Were Oju Le (Eyes Are Getting Red)
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