For this week’s Friday round up we decided to do it a little different: this is a roundup of our whole Transatlantic Jazz: Africa issue. As we come to a close on this issue and embark on a new theme, we thought we would pick some of our favourite features that encompass the past African theme. Enjoy your weekend!
Sun Ra in Egypt (Feature Article)
An interesting look at the extraterrestrial jazz legend Sun Ra, and his journey to Egypt.
Highlife Music (Feature Article)
An in-depth look into the funky West African music that was popularized in Ghana and Nigeria, and served as the precursor to Afrobeat.
Fela Kuti: Sifting through his Afrobeat (Feature Article)
How could we have an Africa Issue and not mention Fela? Here’s an orientation to his music and life.
Ebo Taylor (Feature Article)
A look into the life of one of Afrobeat and highlife’s most influential yet underrated artist.
Mama Africa The Life of Miriam Makeba(Feature Article)
Miriam Makeba dedicated her life to freedom in South Africa and ” became the face and voice of the people”.
Tony Allen (Feature Article)
A look into the career of Tony Allen (pictured above),the man who is ultimately the father of all Afrobeat drumming.
Evolution of the Instrument: Djembe (Feature Article)
This article explorers the roots of the West African drum that has such versatility in sound as it does in the musical situations it has been used in.
Blitz’s Picks (Media Feature)
Take a journey with us into Blitz’ mind, as he schools us on art, music, politics, and soccer.
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