William Onyeabor – Body & Soul (Whatev er/ Whatever Remix)

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William Onyeabor: The Nigerian Funk Pioneer William Onyeabor, the "Godfather of Afrobeat", was a true enigma. A self-taught musician, producer, and entrepreneur, Onyeabor emerged from Enugu, Nigeria in the 1970s, crafting a unique sound that blended funk, psychedelic rock, and traditional Nigerian rhythms. His music was a melting pot of influences, ranging from James Brown to the Beatles, and was infused with a strong social consciousness. He addressed themes of corruption, poverty, and religious hypocrisy, often with a wry humor and a powerful message. A Musical Revolution Onyeabor's musical style, now considered a precursor to Afrobeat and Afro Funk, was characterized by his distinctive, self-built "talking drum" which he used extensively in his recordings. He combined this with the infe... -> Read More about William Onyeabor