Yellow Fever was originally released in 1976 on Decca's West African imprint, Afrodisia, and both its tracks were hugely controversial in Nigeria. The title track is one of Fela's greatest ...

Fela Kuti was one of Africa's most controversial musicians and throughout his life he continued to fight for the rights of the common man (and woman) despite vilification, harassment, and even ...

As Nigeria celebrates her democratic journey and continues to position herself as a credible and guiding voice ...

The Fela Kuti estate signed with WME Legends for legacy management of the Afrobeat star, with the goal of growing his profile with a new generation.

Review: FELA! at Olney Theatre Center . The exuberant Tony-winning musical explodes in this Round House/Olney co-production.

Fela Kuti created his own myth, and his fans did the rest. Today his music and politics are as relevant as they were before his death in 1997. Fela Kuti is more famous today than ever – what’s ...

The son of Afrobeat legend Fela Kuti spoke of his father’s bravery in using “music as a weapon” ahead of an immersive exhibition opening at the Paris Philharmonic on Thursday. “Instead of ...