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Best books to learn Afrobeat and African popular music, in order
Afrobeat is one genre invented by essentially one man, and it makes no sense read on its own — it is highlife, jazz, Yoruba drumming and Nigerian politics fused under pressure.
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Afrobeat and African Popular Music: The Best Books to Read, in Order
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Frequently asked questions
- How should I approach learning afrobeat and african popular music?
- Afrobeat is one genre invented by essentially one man, and it makes no sense read on its own — it is highlife, jazz, Yoruba drumming and Nigerian politics fused under pressure.
- What's a good book to start afrobeat and african popular music with?
- A strong starting point is Music in West Africa by Ruth M. Stone. The ordered reading paths above show exactly where it fits and what to read next.
- What should I read after afrobeat and african popular music?
- Once you have the fundamentals, explore closely related subjects like Bossa nova and Brazilian music, American folk music.