Their influence spreads across the world and so musicians in over twenty countries annually celebrate the particular Nigerian genius, Fela Anikulapo Kuti.
The particular commemoration is dubbed Felabration and Ghana’s edition can come off on October fifteen and October 16 in the Virtual Hub, East Legon in Accra. Felabration was developed by Yeni Anikulapo Kuti in 1998 in honor of her father plus Afrobeat creator who passed away a year earlier.
Artistes slated for the two-day bash in Accra consist of Gyedu Blay Ambolley, Sam Bedi, Owura, Kankam, Leslie August, Salti, Kwamiena plus NickyB.
Furthermore in attendance will be the Patchbay, Lipstick, Ananse, Fra plus Della Hayes & the ladies of Colour bands.
Selected performances through the Virtual Hub as well additional locations such as Brazil, Usa, Japan and Australia is going to be streamed live via the Internet plus DSTv to over 18 mil viewers worldwide.. The New Afrika Shrine and Freedom Recreation area, both in Lagos, are the locations hosting Felabration in Nigeria.
A multi-instrumentalist and composer, Fela is definitely widely known as the father associated with Afrobeat. Born in Abeokuta on October 15, 1938, he died on Aug 2, 1997.
Ghana and Nigeria have experienced strong musical ties for several years. Fela himself was a acquainted face in Ghana and worked with many Ghanaians in the various bands. He as soon as said he was influenced by Ghanaian Highlife to make Afrobeat.
“Fela was a remarkable force to the world popular music picture. We are proud to be the celebrating him. We desire all discerning music fans to come join us praise the great African icon, ” said Kweku Amoakohene associated with Virtual Hub.
Ghanaian acts that have carried out at previous Felabration activities in Nigeria include SSUE, Wanlov, Kyekyeku, Yasmeen Helwani, Tumi Ansah, Knii Lante, Yaa Pono and the Pan-African Youth Orchestra.
Felabration in Ghana has been organized by Virtual Center in association with Scratch Studios.
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