Seun Kuti performs “Theory of Goat and Yam” | The Roots Africa Day 2020
Seun Kuti is the youngest son of legendary Father of Afrobeat, Fela Kuti. At the age of nine, Seun expressed a wish to sing to his father. A short while later, Seun started performing with his father and the band, until his father’s untimely death in 1997. Seun, then only 14 years old, assumed the role as leader of the Egypt 80. Ever since, Seun has followed the political and social ethos of his father. Along the way, he began to add his own twist to the music, digging deep into various African traditions to reflect the continent’s struggles and cultures. About three quarters of the current Egypt 80 line-up consists of musicians that not only played with Fela Kuti, but often were arrested and harassed alongside him. Seun Kuti and the Egypt 80 have toured the world and released many albums.
On Monday, May 25, 2020, The Roots hosted a 24HR celebration of Africa and her Diaspora. Presented by the Bridge, the fest included DJ sets, performances, and powerful conversations from around the world and around the corner.
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Tremendo ritmo!
Thank you so much for this!!!!