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7-9th March 2009 .Botanic Park. Adelaide.

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Seun Kuti and Egypt 80.

© Lloyd Goodman Visit his site to see more great Womadelaide and 70s Australian and New Zealand tour photos.

 

Stage 1: Saturday 7th March 2009 10pm

   Seen a few nasty diatribes against this guy which allege he is trading on Fela Kuti's legacy . Perhaps there is something in that, but I think, as in the case of Dweezil Zappa, if the son can present the work with integrity , respect and love, then that does not diminish the music . I my opinion Seun is successful . Its better that a family member carries on the body of work rather than it fall into obscurity . Overall I found this a very strong set , the band was a real powerhouse , Fela was energetic and commanding and whilst he might not have the stature of a Baba Maal , he is certainly more than capable of presenting his fathers music to a live audience .

Waiting Photos © Mr Clutter

© Lloyd Goodman