Fela

Speaking during an interview on HOT 97’s World Wide Wake Up show in July, Tekno reflected on the musicians who influenced him and shared his thoughts on why Fela Kuti has become closely associated with the origins of Afrobeat.

January 02, (THEWILL) - American pop magazine, Rolling Stone, has included Afrobeat legend, Fela, and grammy award-winning singer, Burna Boy, on its list of the 200 Greatest Singers of All Time, which was released on Sunday. The magazine said, “This...

November 07, (THEWILL) - He may be late, but the legacy of Afrobeat king, Fela Anikulapo-Kuti, which still speaks till date keeps fetching him accolades and recognition both at home and abroad. About a week ago, Fearless Energy drink honoured...

BEVERLY HILLS, May 13, (THEWILL) - Femi Kuti, the first son of the late Afrobeat legend, Fela Anikulapo-Kuti, has reacted to his father’s loss in the 2021 Rock and Roll Hall of Fame induction. THEWILL had reported that Fela was...

BEVERLY HILLS, May 12, (THEWILL) - Afro Beat legend, Fela Anikulapo-Kuti, has lost out in the race to become an inductee of the 2021 Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Foundation today announced the new inductees...

BEVERLY HILLS, February 10, (THEWILL) - Th3 Late Afrobeat legend, Fela Anikulapo Kuti, was.today nominated for the 2021 Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. The late musician was nominated for the posthumous award alongside international artistes like JAY-Z, Dionne...