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Tuesday Born is the solo moniker of The Busy Twist's Gabriel Benn. In "Kwabena" — the traditional Akan name given to a male child born on Tuesday — he crafts a looped collage of synth/guitar melodies, West African percussion and vocal samples into a vivid jam best described as a "cocktail of African-influenced soulful electronica." Watch the Ghana-shot music video above and stream the Kwabena/Minor Jam single below, coming out on Audio Doughnuts October 8.
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OkayAfrica is the premiere digital platform bringing the worlds of African music, art, culture, style, sports and politics to a global audience. Founded in 2010 as an extension of Okayplayer, OkayAfrica serves as a cultural bridge to foster deeper understanding of the continent, while also building meaningful connections with its diaspora.
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