ALBUM COVER: LIVE IN THE SHRINE 2004
RELAXING
CAUGHT IN THE GROOVE OF AFROBEAT
THE KING AND THE PRINCE AT THE HOLLYWOOD BOWL JULY 24 2005
FEMI KUTI AND FREESTYLE
MADE ANIKULAPO-KUTI (FEMI KUTI'S ELDEST SON)
FEMI KUTI ANGELIQUE KIDJO AND BABAMAAL IN THE U.S.A
FEMI KUTI AND SON KEEPING THE LEGACY ALIVE
FEMI KUTI CELEBRATING HIS BIRTHDAY ON STAGE
OMORINMADE AFOLABI ANIKULAPO-KUTI
FEMI KUTI AND SON :MADE GOING ON STAGE
MEMBERS OF THE POSITIVE FORCE BAND
MADE CELEBRATING HIS BIRTHDAY IN THE SHRINE
(FRM L-R)MADE, KOLE,FEMI KUTI,SUNDAY(MANAGER OF THE SHRINE),ONOME UDI AND HYATI
Olufela Olufemi Anikulapo Kuti (commonly known as Femi Kuti) is an award winning Nigerian musician, and the eldest son of legendary Afrobeat pioneer Fela Kuti and Remi, who had left Fela and raised Femi.
Femi was born in London on 16 June 1962 and grew up in the former Nigerian capital Lagos. In 1977 Femi chose to move to his father Fela from his mother.
Like his father, Femi has shown a strong commitment to social and political causes throughout his career, but he differs from his father in his religious views.
In 2001, Femi collaborated with a number of U.S. musicians such as Common, Mos Def, and Jaguar Wright, on his Fight to Win album.
In 2002, Femi's mother, who had played an influential role in Femi's life, died at the age of 60.
Femi's 12 year old son currently appears as part of his act, playing alto saxophone.
Femi was born in London on 16 June 1962 and grew up in the former Nigerian capital Lagos. In 1977 Femi chose to move to his father Fela from his mother.
Like his father, Femi has shown a strong commitment to social and political causes throughout his career, but he differs from his father in his religious views.
In 2001, Femi collaborated with a number of U.S. musicians such as Common, Mos Def, and Jaguar Wright, on his Fight to Win album.
In 2002, Femi's mother, who had played an influential role in Femi's life, died at the age of 60.
Femi's 12 year old son currently appears as part of his act, playing alto saxophone.
BACKGROUND INFORMATION
Birth name Femi Anikulapo Kuti
Born June 16, 1962 (1962-06-16) (age 45)
Origin London, UK/Nigeria
Genre(s) Afrobeat, Jazz
Occupation(s) Singer-songwriter, instrumentalist
Instrument(s) Saxophone, Vocals, Trumpet, Keyboards
Years active 1978 - present
Associated acts Egypt 80, Positive Force
When Ambassador is in Nigeria and not on tour, he plays live in the Shrine on Tuesday,Thursday(Rehearsals) and on Sundays(Concert)
I am Afrikaan born in America descendant of slavery. I am really amazed when I see my Afrikaan brothers and sisters so mentally enslaved. I think outside of the box regarding everything I have been taught. I not only wear my hair in its beautiful natural state but have also changed my dress, not necessarily Afrikaan dress because I don't know what is authentic. I just know I follow the Spirit of My Devine Creator who is THE LORD OF THE SPIRITS and am guided in my transition. BLESSINGS TO MY BROTHERS AND SISTERS.
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