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Genre: classic afrobeat

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Parent Genre: World/Traditional

Afrobeat is a genre of music that originated in West Africa in the 1960s and 1970s. It is characterized by a fusion of traditional African rhythms and Western jazz and funk influences. The music typically features complex polyrhythms, brass instruments, and call-and-response vocals. Afrobeat was popularized by a number of influential musicians and bands, who incorporated social and political commentary into their lyrics. Today, the genre continues to inspire musicians around the world and remains an important part of African musical heritage.


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Most popular classic afrobeat albums

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Dark Sunrise
2010
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Chapters and Phases (The Complete Albums 1973-1975)
2001
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Hedzoleh Soundz
2010
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The Simigwahene
1975
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This Is Marijata
1976
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Keep On Moving
1971
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Echos hypnotiques, from the Vaults of Albarika Store, Vol. 2: 1969-1979 (Analog Africa No. 6)
2009
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4-Track Recording Session (Analog Africa No. 1)
2007
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Cry Laughter
2016
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El Rego
2011
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The Skeletal Essences of Afro Funk, Vol. 3: 1969-1980 (Analog Africa No. 13)
2013
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Man No Die
2010
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Party Time in Hollywood
2000
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Wère Wère (Bolibana Collection)
1999
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Wake Up Your Mind
2011
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La vie est belle
2023

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List of classic afrobeat artists

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