The life of R&B legend, Wilson Pickett
Wilson Pickett was an R&B star who played a pivotal role in the development of this genre in the US. Over the course of his career, he recorded more than […]
The career of soul singer Otis Redding
Those who, like Tunde Folawiyo, enjoy listening to soul music, will no doubt be aware of Otis Redding. His emotive, gritty vocals, coupled with his ability to compose tender, sorrowful […]
A look at Aretha Franklin’s music career
Aretha Franklin is widely regarded as one of the most talented singers in the world; her interpretive skills and her technical abilities remain unrivalled within her genre – so much […]
The career of Gustav Mahler
Anyone who enjoys listening to classical music, like Tunde Folawiyo, will be aware of Gustav Mahler, a Post-Romantic composer famed as much for his operatic and orchestral conductor skills as […]
AfroBeat, the Musical Fusion of Fela Kuti
The 1970’s were a time of social and political unrest in many parts of the world. It was an era of love ballads and anti-war anthems; but, there was also […]
Angelique Kidjo: Queen of African Music
As one of Africa’s most beloved female artists, singer-songwriter Angelique Kidjo is widely recognised for her contributions to the African musical genre. The Grammy Award-winning performer and activist is recognised […]
Music of Africa: Baaba Maal
Born 12 of November 1953 in the Senegalese town of Podor, Baaba Maal’s impact on the African musical genre is undisputable to many. As one of Senegal’s most famed musicians, […]
Music of Africa: Lucky Dube
With nearly two dozen albums were recorded during his outstanding career, Lucky Dube is amongst the country of South Africa’s most beloved artists. The musician achieved great success during his […]
A Musical Legend and Icon of Peace
Born on a farm in Nile Mile, Jamaica, Marley began his musical career in primary school. He was close childhood friends with Bunny Wailer, who alongside Marley is now considered […]
The History and Future of Afrobeat
The dawn of Afrobeat as a genre in the late 1960s is largely credited to the work of Fela Kuti, who brought together a world of different sounds to create […]