DevO Posted March 15, 2011 Report Share Posted March 15, 2011 http://www.smallworldmusic.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=94:tony-allen-april-15&catid=35 Anyone else checking this out? I am! 'Without Tony Allen, there would be no Afrobeat' - Fela Kuti An amazing night of Afro-inpsired dancing and performance featuring one of the seminal figures in world music, a unique musical partnership and local musicians and DJs inspired by the legacy of Afrobeat. Tony Allen is one of the greatest drummers on the planet and the man who created Afrobeat alongside Fela Kuti. Twenty-four years after leaving Fela’s band he remains a restless and potent trail blazer for new African musical adventures and an inspiration to musicians around the world. "Fela said I sounded like four drummers," says Allen. If so, it could have been because, in his mature Afrika 70 style, he was drawing on four different styles - highlife, soul/funk, jazz and traditional African drumming. A unique and mighty sound. Continuing to work with top musicians to fuse afrobeat with funk, rock and hip-hop,Tony remains a vital force. Recent releases, such as Secret Agent continue to breathe new life into a legendary career and in 2010 Tony performed at WOMAD as he celebrated his 70th birthday. Tony Allen's keyboard player for this one-time Canadian date, Detroit-based Amp Fiddler is a celebrated soul/funk/electronica musician, singer, songwriter and producer. He is probably best known as part of George Clinton’s Parliament and Funkadelic groups from 1985 until 1996, Fiddler has also worked with Moodymann, Stephanie McKay, Jamiroquai, Prince, Was (Not Was), the Brand New Heavies, Fishbone, Corinne Bailey Rae and nu soul artist Maxwell. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DevO Posted March 16, 2011 Author Report Share Posted March 16, 2011 Win tickets: http://www.puttingfarmersfirst.ca/tony-allen-contest/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
edger Posted March 16, 2011 Report Share Posted March 16, 2011 Looks wicked! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
c-towns Posted March 16, 2011 Report Share Posted March 16, 2011 Sure does, I was just reading about this pioneer. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DevO Posted March 17, 2011 Author Report Share Posted March 17, 2011 You guys should enter the contest and then maybe go for free! So far there is one contest entry. (I am running it) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bagochips Posted March 17, 2011 Report Share Posted March 17, 2011 Tony Allen is a GOD in the world of Afrobeat. I am a huge fan. I would be there if I were in Toronto. Go people! Go! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hamilton Posted March 18, 2011 Report Share Posted March 18, 2011 Tony Allen's keyboard player for this one-time Canadian date, Detroit-based Amp Fiddler is a celebrated soul/funk/electronica musician, singer, songwriter and producer. He is probably best known as part of George Clinton’s Parliament and Funkadelic groups from 1985 until 1996, Fiddler has also worked with Moodymann, Stephanie McKay, Jamiroquai, Prince, Was (Not Was), the Brand New Heavies, Fishbone, Corinne Bailey Rae and nu soul artist Maxwell.He also did a pretty great album with Sly & Robbie called Inspiration Information, which is definitely worth checking out. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
edger Posted March 18, 2011 Report Share Posted March 18, 2011 Well I have officially entered the contest. Great cause you guys are supporting to! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
c-towns Posted March 18, 2011 Report Share Posted March 18, 2011 That was pointless because I've entered and plan on winning. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
edger Posted March 18, 2011 Report Share Posted March 18, 2011 Oh you're winning alright. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DevO Posted April 6, 2011 Author Report Share Posted April 6, 2011 Good to see some Skanks getting in on this contest. About 15-20 entries so far, so the odds are good. Still time to enter - draw is on Friday! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
c-towns Posted April 15, 2011 Report Share Posted April 15, 2011 So did anyone win this? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jay Funk Dawg Posted April 15, 2011 Report Share Posted April 15, 2011 TONIGHT Y'ALL! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DevO Posted April 15, 2011 Author Report Share Posted April 15, 2011 Yep! No one off of jambands.ca though unfortunately. There were only 15 entries. Sorry dudes! If anyone`s coming, come say hi to me at the CPAR table beside the merch. (CPAR = Canadian Physicians for Aid and Relief) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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