"Africanism" by The Last Poets, set to release on November 29, 2024, via Africa Seven, is a powerful spoken word album that revisits and re-energizes some of the group's most revolutionary verses. This album features the legendary duo Abiodun Oyewole and Umar Bin Hassan, accompanied by Afrobeat icons Tony Allen and Egypt 80, along with Courtney Pine and Kaidi Tatham. With a runtime of 35 minutes, "Africanism" includes eight tracks that delve into themes of revolution, identity, and social commentary, showcasing the raw and unfiltered poetry that The Last Poets are renowned for. The album promises to be a profound experience, blending the poetic prowess of The Last Poets with the rhythmic genius of Tony Allen and the vibrant sounds of Egypt 80. This collaboration marks a significant moment in the legacy of The Last Poets, offering both longtime fans and new listeners a chance to engage with their timeless messages in a fresh and dynamic context.
The Last Poets are a pioneering spoken word group born from the fiery crucible of the late 1960s Black Power movement. Emerging in New York in 1968, this collective of poets and musicians, hailing from the ghettos of Detroit, the Bronx, Queens, and Akron, Ohio, fused their powerful oratory with rhythmic musicality to give voice to the socially downtrodden. Dubbed the "godfathers of hip-hop" and "the village elders of the rap world," The Last Poets created influential albums that blend groove with profound social commentary. Their work, characterized by lucid and charismatic poetry, continues to resonate, inspiring collaborations with contemporary jazz and Afrobeat artists. With members like Abiodun Oyewole and Umar Bin Hassan, The Last Poets remain a vital force in spoken word, their artistry a testament to the enduring power of poetry as a tool for change.
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