FELA ON VINYL: A Fela Kuti Tribute Dance Party

Come celebrate the musical legacy of Fela Kuti at this one-of-a-kind multi-sensory dance party experience Every year around Fela’s birthday, independent Felabration events are held across the globe, bringing people together to honor his music, revolutionary spirit and enduring legacy In honor of what would have been the late, great Fela Anikulapo Kuti’s 87th birthday, Afrobeats Oakland is bringing the spirit, energy and rebellious soul of Fela’s legendary Shrine to the heart of downtown Oakland. FELA ON VINYL A Birthday Celebration & Tribute to ’70s African Music All vinyl. All night long. Film Screening: 8 PM Dance Party: 10 PM–2 AM We’ll begin the evening with a special screening of Finding Fela, the acclaimed documentary exploring the music, activism and enduring legacy of the Afrobeat pioneer. At 10 PM, the volume goes up as Juan G of Afrobeats Oakland takes us deep into the sounds of 1970s Africa with a carefully curated dance party featuring original vinyl pressings collected across the continent. Expect a powerful night of Afrobeat, highlife, funk and rare African grooves, plus: • Live West African dancers • Record and merchandise vendors • West African food • More special surprises Come celebrate the life and legacy of Fela Kuti and experience the revolutionary sounds that continue to move generations. One night, two turntables, and the spirit of the Shrine to fill your soul. About Fela Kuti: Fela Anikulapo Kuti was a Nigerian musician, composer, bandleader and political revolutionary who pioneered Afrobeat, blending West African rhythms with jazz, funk and highlife. Over the course of his prolific career, he recorded more than 50 albums and became known for his electrifying performances, fearless lyrics and uncompromising resistance to corruption and oppression. From his legendary Shrine nightclub in Lagos, Fela transformed music into a powerful instrument for social change and built a global movement whose sound, spirit and influence continue to inspire artists and audiences around the world.