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Nigerians at home get 1st glimpse of ‘Fela!’ musical

February 6, 2011 by benim

LAGOS, Nigeria – Nigerians have seen their first glimpse of “Fela!” in Nigeria’s commercial capital of Lagos. Nigerians watched a recording of the musical Sunday at the New Afrika Shrine, where Fela fans still converge every week. Fela Anikulapo-Kuti was … read more »

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Chicago Afrobeat Project continues in spirit of Fela Kuti

October 28, 2010 by benim

Chicago Afrobeat Project’s performance at The Urban Lounge on Nov. 1 comes at a bright time for Afrobeat music in the United States. The critically claimed Broadway musical “FELA!” (co-produced by Jay-Z and Will Smith) is in the midst of … read more »

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