All Ears On William Onyeabor

All Ears On continues with a new edition dedicated to one of the most mysterious and visionary artists in the history of Nigerian pop music between late 70s/early 80s. William Onyeabor was an iconic figure and was considered the father of Nigerian electro Afro-funk. He was fascinated by synthesizers, drum machines, and DIY recording technology. He began composing and recording a style of music that melded Nigerian folk forms, a love of repetition, and nods to Afro-beat, disco, and funk, weaving them together in a spacious, futuristic brew that no one was making at the time; that style has influenced and been sampled and emulated by many. Onyeabor’s songs are often heavily rhythmic and synthesized, occasionally epic in scope, with lyrics laced with religious, love and political messages.