Antibalas
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Antibalas
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Studio Sessions
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September 4, 2012 The rhythm-intensive Afrobeat ensemble is back with its first album in nearly five years.
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May 16, 2007 Antibalas blends jazz, funk, dub and traditional West African drumming with political messages.
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March 16, 2007 Antibalas is a creative amalgamation of jazz, funk, dub, hip-hop and, at its root, Afrobeat.
Interviews & Profiles
January 6, 2013 The band relies on two things to play well: tropical temperatures and a relaxed pace.
Discover Songs
April 12, 2007 The African beats of Brooklyn's Antibalas; The Sahara's rebel group Tinariwen; Dark harmonies fr...
March 30, 2007 Antibalas' nearly 13-minute Afrobeat epic "Sanctuary" unwinds with a graceful, unhurried pace.
April 15, 2002 Jackie Brenston and his Delta Cats; the amazing world of Joe Meek; motor-boating with Vic Chesnu...
Reviews
March 30, 2007 Antibalas' nearly 13-minute Afrobeat epic "Sanctuary" unwinds with a graceful, unhurried pace.
More Stories
November 19, 2012 Our suggestions for a Turkey Day playlist, brimming with American sounds.
October 4, 2012 It's one thing for 11 musicians to make a big sound, but what stands out is Antibalas' subtlety.
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September 19, 2012 The 11-piece Afrobeat collective brings the heat to KCRW with a live performance of "Dirty Money."
April 1, 2012 A lilting mash-up brings the West African stars together with TV on the Radio and Santigold.
