The Rise of Afrobeat: How Fela Kuti's Legacy Spread Worlwide

This documentary traces the rise of Afrobeat, the genre born in 1970s Nigeria that fuses rhythm, groove and fierce political expression. Filmed between Paris, Accra and Bamako, it follows the enduring legacy of Fela Kuti through his youngest son, Seun. The film explores how the music spread worldwide and what it still means today. It is a vibrant celebration of Afrobeat and its founder's influence. Free to watch in HD on Dr Documentary.

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