Fela Kuti — artist
Fela Kuti was a pioneering Nigerian musician known for developing the Afrobeat genre, which blends traditional African rhythms with jazz, funk, and highlife. Influenced by the political climate of Nigeria and artists like James Brown, Kuti's music features complex percussion, prominent horn sections, and socially conscious lyrics. His sound is characterized by extended instrumental grooves and a fusion of African and Western musical elements.