

Kokoroko Collective is a London based octet led by Sheila Maurice-Grey, playing a fusion of Jazz and Afrobeat. Kokoroko performed a cover of Fela Kuti’s iconic song Colonial Mentality. Continue reading



Faces of Africa brings you the story of Fela Kuti, one of Africa’s music legends, and his influence on art and politics through music. Continue reading


Fela Kuti & Africa 70 – Pansa Pansa 1/2 (Berlin 1978). One of the few pro-shot concerts of legendary musician Fela Kuti with his band Africa 70, playing for the jazz festival in Berlin,Germany. Fela was a social activist and leader who fought for freedom and justice in Nigeria. He died in 1997.
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Faces of Africa brings you the story of Fela Kuti, one of Africa’s music legends, and his influence on art and politics through music. Continue reading


One of the few pro-shot concerts of legendary musician Fela Kuti with his band Africa 70, playing for the jazz festival in Berlin, 1978. Fela was a social activist and leader who fought for freedom and justice in Nigeria. He died in 1997. Continue reading


Afrobeat legend Fela Kuti performing his hit Teacher Don’t Teach Me Nonsense live at the 1984 Glastonbury Festival. Continue reading


Fela Kuti the King of Afrobeats performs Teacher Don’t Teach Me Nonsense live in England (1984) Continue reading
Fela Kuti performs his Nigerian based music Afrobeats at Glastonbury (1984) Continue reading
By Walter Rutledge
Harlem Dance Caravan: Erasing The Boundaries performances were held on August 15th and 16th at the Richard Rodgers Amphitheater in Marcus Garvey Park. This is the second year SummerStage and the Faison Firehouse has collaborated on the outdoor, free to the public performing arts presentation; and it has already become one the most anticipated and well attended events offered in the summer series. This year the eclectic roster of performers included Baoku & The Image Afro-Beat Band, Cecilia Marta Dance Company, George Faison Universal Dance Experience, Jamel Gaines’ Creative Outlet, and Lotus Music & Dance Multicultural Artists. The well curated production lived up to its title offering a diverse and well-paced program with an international flavor. Continue reading