Afrobeat evolved in Nigeria in the late 1960s by Fela Anikulapo Kuti, (born Olufela Olusegun Oludotun) who, with drummer Tony Allen, experimented with different contemporary music of …

By contrast, Afrobeat, introduced by Fela Kuti in the 1960s and ’70s, fused traditional Yoruba music with American jazz, blues, and funk, and often featured lyrics focused on political and …

Afrobeat is traditionally performed in the call and response singing style used in much of African folklore. The lead singer, until recently only male, usually sings a line, and backup singers, …

Jul 30, 2025 · Let’s walk through the key voices shaping Afrobeat’s worldwide rise, what they’ve accomplished, and how this genre has become a cultural force from Nigeria to New York, from …

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Oct 23, 2024 · Afrobeat music is distinguished by its eclectic mix of genres and influences. At its core, it combines elements of traditional African music, jazz, highlife, and funk, resulting in a …

Oct 29, 2025 · Afrobeat is more than just a genre—it is a movement that continues to shape the global music landscape. From its roots in African rhythms and jazz to its socio-political …

Jun 23, 2025 · We trace the History of Afrobeats, from Highlife and Fela Kuti to Burna Boy, taking a look at how the genre evolved over decades to become the pulse of a generation and a …

2 days ago · These 20 Best Afrobeats songs of 2025 capture the year's most exciting sounds, powerful moments, and standout artistry.

Aug 4, 2025 · Afrobeat, a vibrant and infectious musical style, emerged in the late 1960s and early 1970s in West Africa, primarily in Nigeria. This genre is a fusion of traditional Yoruba music, …