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    Where To Watch the Felabration 2021 Concerts This Week
    Music
    13 October 2021

    Where To Watch the Felabration 2021 Concerts This Week

    'Viva Nigeria! Viva Africa!'

    Fela Kuti and Tony Allen archive photos in black and white.
    News
    12 May 2020

    Op-Ed: There Was Only One Creator of Afrobeat

    While we mourn the passing of Tony Allen, one of the world's greatest drummers, there's a fact that many music journalists are getting wrong.

    Gorillaz and Tony Allen
    Music
    04 May 2020

    Tony Allen Appears On New Gorillaz Song 'How Far?' Featuring Skepta

    "The track... is being shared immediately as a tribute to the spirit of a great man, Tony Allen," a press statement reads.

    Afrobeat & Beyond: 16 Songs That Showcase Tony Allen's Masterful Range
    Music
    01 May 2020

    Afrobeat & Beyond: 16 Songs That Showcase Tony Allen's Masterful Range

    From collaborations with Damon Albarn and Flea to his joint album with Hugh Masekela, here are 16 career-spanning songs that highlight the afrobeat pioneer's genre-eclipsing influence.

    Trailblazing Afrobeat Drummer & Pioneer, Tony Allen, Has Died
    Music
    30 April 2020

    Trailblazing Afrobeat Drummer & Pioneer, Tony Allen, Has Died

    "Without Tony Allen, there would be no Afrobeat," Fela Kuti once said of the legendary musician.

    ​Tony Allen and Hugh Masekela
    Music
    23 March 2020

    Tony Allen & Hugh Masekela Pay Tribute to Fela In 'Never (Lagos Never Gonna Be The Same)'

    "When Hugh and I were recording this song, Hugh immediately wanted to sing. He was singing for his friend," says Tony Allen.

    Listen to Tony Allen & Hugh Masekela's New Song 'Slow Bones'
    Music
    26 February 2020

    Listen to Tony Allen & Hugh Masekela's New Song 'Slow Bones'

    Premiere: The Nigerian and South African legend come together in this new single from their upcoming album Rejoice, the first post-humous release from Masekela.

    Listen to Nubiyan Twist's New Album Featuring Tony Allen & Mulatu Astatke
    Latest
    14 February 2019

    Listen to Nubiyan Twist's New Album Featuring Tony Allen & Mulatu Astatke

    We premiere Jungle Run, due February 15 from Strut Records.

    Tony Allen: Afrobeats Is Not My Thing, It's Retrogressive.
    Music
    19 September 2017

    Tony Allen: Afrobeats Is Not My Thing, It's Retrogressive.

    Legendary drummer Tony Allen talks about his latest musical excursion, 'The Source,' and reveals his take on Wizkid and Davido.

    Fela Kuti celebrates on stage at the Shrine, Lagos.
    Music
    02 August 2017

    The 10 Best Fela Kuti Songs

    Veteran DJ Rich Medina, who introduced an American generation to Afrobeat, ranks the 10 best Fela Kuti songs.

    Tony Allen Announces Upcoming Album 'The Source'
    Audio
    25 July 2017

    Tony Allen Announces Upcoming Album 'The Source'

    Legendary afrobeat drummer Tony Allen has announced his upcoming album, The Source, featuring Damon Albarn.

    The Songs You Need to Hear This Week
    Audio
    28 April 2017

    The Songs You Need to Hear This Week

    The best songs of the week featuring Burna Boy, Shabazz Palaces, Tony Allen, E.L and more.

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