Niche Productions has announced the return of Afrobeat superstar Femi Kuti and his 14 piece strong band, The Positive Force to Australia for shows in November 2010.
Returning after Womadelaide performances in 2007, Femi Kuti brings a rich lineage to the stage as son of Fela Kuti; whose awareness is at an all time high thanks to the Broadway production Fela! based on his life and music.
The eldest son of Afrobeat pioneer Fela Kuti, Femi was born in London and grew up in the former Nigerian capital, Lagos. In 1977 Femi chose to move in with his father and eventually became a member of his father's band. Like his father, Femi has shown a strong commitment to social and political causes throughout his career.
He created his own band Positive Force in late 80s and in 2001, Femi collaborated on his album Fight to Win with a number of U.S. musicians, such as Common, Mos Def, and Jaguar Wright.
A two-time Grammy nominee, Femi Kuti is recognised across the world as bridging Afrobeat with contemporary Soul and Hip-Hop and therefore increasing its appeal to a wider audience.
Femi Kuti and the Positive Force – Australian Tour November 2010
Friday November 19 – The Bakery, Perth
Tickets: www.heatseaker.com.au
Saturday November 20 – The Metro Theatre, Sydney
Tickets on sale Friday 3 September: www.ticketek.com.au
Sunday November 21 – Australasian World Music Expo – The Hi-Fi, Melbourne
Tickets: www.awme.com.au
Tuesday November 23 – The Powerhouse, Brisbane
Tickets: www.brisbanepowerhouse.org