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Afrobeats vs. Afrofusion: What’s the Difference?
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Welcome to the 4th episode of BEYOND AFROBEATS! In this episode, we dive into the complexities surrounding the term "Afrobeats" and its usage in describing the diverse music coming out of West Africa
We'll explore:
The origins of the term "Afrobeats" and how it became a catch-all for West African pop music
The controversy around using "Afrobeats" as a blanket term, with artists pushing back and preferring labels like "Afro-fusion," "Afropop," and "Emo-afrobeats"
The definitions of Afrobeats, Afro-fusion and Afropop
Afro-fusion as a blend of Afrobeats with other genres like hip-hop, reggae, or pop
The importance of naming and branding music for identity, documentation, and cultural preservation
The rise of Afro-fusion and its connection to artists like Burna Boy, who use the term to define their unique sound
The potential dangers of using a single umbrella term and the importance of recognizing the unique musical cultures across Africa, such as Amapiano, Bongo Flava, Makossa and Soukous
The success that the term Afrobeats has brought to the music industry
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