Jad Abumrad introduces "Fela Kuti, Fear No Man," a series exploring the life and music of Fela Kuti, the father of Afrobeat, and his influence on music and resistance. The series features insights from various figures, including Ayo Edebiri, Questlove, Jay-Z, Beyonce, Flea, Paul McCartney, Burna Boy, Brian Eno, David Byrne, and President Obama, highlighting Fela's impact. The series begins with the story of Dele Sosimi, a former keyboardist in Fela's band, detailing his personal connection to Fela and how Fela's music became a form of therapy and liberation for him after experiencing the trauma of his father's murder. The series promises to explore Fela's life, his family, his radicalization, and his impact on Nigeria and the world, examining how music can be a weapon for rebellion.
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