Legendary Afrobeat maestro, Fela Anikulapo-Kuti’s costume will take a place among music greats on Hardrock Cafe Music Memorabilia Collection.
His children, Yeni, Femi and Seun Kuti will hand over costumes worn by Fela, including pieces of clothing and shoes to representatives of Hard Rock International in Lagos.
The event coincides with the 20th anniversary of Fela’s death. The event is slated for Thursday, May 25 at Hardrock Café Lagos. The ceremony will end by 7pm when Femi and Seun Kuti will hit the stage with their bands
One of the major highlights of the induction will be the unveiling of a new song dedicated to the late Afrobeat maestro by 2 time Grammy Award-winning artiste, Lekan Babalola.
The song entitled ‘Mr. Lakaye’ (Tribute to Ogun) is produced by Will Angelero (New York – UK based Producer) and co-produced by Lekan Babalola. In addition, sensational artist, Fola David will do a live speed-painting of Fela on stage.
In addition, original evergreen album covers of Fela will also be donated.
Fela’s historic music journey began in 1958 when his parents sent him to London to study Medicine but cleverly opted for Trinity College School of Music. Fela formed his first band Koola Lobitos in 1961 providing the fodder for a movement that morphed into Afrobeat, a combination of elements of traditional High Life, Rock, Funk and Jazz.
