Directed by Nissi Ogulu, a co-founder of the studio, the film draws inspiration from the early life of legendary Afrobeat pioneer Fela Aníkúlápó–Kuti. Loosely adapted from ‘Dis Fela Sef!

EXCLUSIVE: Nigerian startup Creele Animation Studios has unveiled first images and details for its upcoming 3D short Sopo, inspired by the early life of revered late Afrobeat star Fela Kuti.

He was born in 1939 in South Africa at a time when the rights of the black population were nonexistent. In the absence of a ...

Every Friday, pop critics for The New York Times weigh in on the week’s most notable new tracks. Listen to the Playlist on ...

His Big Motifs band was the largest ensemble he’s lead as bandleader on stage. It featured a stellar group of musicians including Ian Finkelstein (piano), Nate Winn (drums), Jonathan Muir-Cotton (bass ...

Martin’s school, Hugh met anti-apartheid activist Trevor Huddleston, who forever impacted his life by giving the young musician his first trumpet ... would work with Fela Kuti and Cameroonian ...

The Los Angeles native released over 40 albums and collaborated with artists like Tyler the Creator, Erykah Badu, the Roots, Fela Kuti ... including the flute, trumpet and drums, before settling ...

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Actress, Jaiye Kuti, has expressed her unwavering passion for acting, stating that she envisions herself still gracing the screen even at the age of 80. In an interview with Sunday Scoop ...

Your outie can play the trumpet on late night television. Well, maybe not your outie, but definitely Britt Lower's outie. The Severance star broke out her skills on The Tonight Show with Jimmy ...

Nigerian singer and activist Seun Kuti has stirred controversy with his recent statements about President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. In a live session that has drawn mixed reactions, Kuti defended Tinubu ...