The first set of Fela Kuti reissues are now available via Knitting Factory Records. The "Chop 'N Quench" batch contains a total of 9 albums, all re-mastered and re-released in digi-packs with their original artwork. These works represent the earliest period of the late Nigerian, Afrobeat legend's work from 1969 - 1974. The releases are available in digital, physical and deluxe versions HERE. Check out the handy widget below to stream a four song sampler.
6 digi-pack CDs featuring original artwork, including:
- Koola Lobitos/The '69 L.A. Sessions
- Live With Ginger Baker
- London Scene/Shakara
- Roforofo Fight (+2 Singles)
- Open & Close/Afrodisiac
- Gentleman/Confusion
New Yorkers, it's time to get your party on! There's going to be a record re-release party on Wednesday, February 17 at the Knitting Factory. Y'all know where that is, that's over in Williamsburg, Brooklyn. So, head on over to celebrate the re-release of Kuti's first 9 albums.
www.fela.net
New York band Acrylics have announced US and UK tour dates. And, guess what fellow New Yorkers. The hometown will have plenty of opportunity to see them! They'll be at Brooklyn Bowl on February 5; Glasslands on February 6 and at Mercury Lounge on February 26. The tour is in support of two recent releases; one of which is their debut All of the Fire. See below for other dates.Check out the video for "Molly's Vertigo" the single which is being released in the UK on Something In Construction.
"Molly's Vertigo"
MP3 Grab: "All Of The Fire"
Acrylics Tour Dates:
- 02/05 - Brooklyn, NY @ Brooklyn Bowl $
- 02/06 - Brooklyn, NY @ Glasslands (Terrible Records Party w/Class Actress)
- 02/15 - London, UK @ Borderline %
- 02/16 - London, UK @ The Social (ILL FIT)
- 02/17 - London, UK @ TBC
- 02/18 - London, UK @ Old Blue Last #
- 02/26 - New York, NY @ Mercury Lounge ^
- 02/28 - Ann Arbor, MI @ Blind Pig ^
- 03/01 - Columbus, OH @ The Bourbon ^
- 03/02 - Champaign, IL @ Mike N' Mollys ^
- 03/03 - Chicago, IL @ Schubas ^
- 03/17-03/21 - SXSW
$ w/ Tanlines
% w/ Freelance Whales
# w/ Erland & Carnival
^ w/ A Sunny Day In Glasgow
www.myspace.com/acrylicsnyc
The first set of Fela Kuti reissues are now available via Knitting Factory Records. The "Chop 'N Quench" batch contains a total of 9 albums, all re-mastered and re-released in digi-packs with their original artwork. These works represent the earliest period of the late Nigerian, Afrobeat legend's work from 1969 - 1974. The releases are available in digital, physical and deluxe versions HERE. Check out the handy widget below to stream a four song sampler.
www.fela.net
