Felabration kicks off in Lagos this week — and we’re keeping the spirit alive here in Hull as part of Black History Month, celebrating Fela Aníkúlápó Kuti, the pioneer of Afrobeat.

Join our Thought Leadership Conversations with voices from music, media, art, and fashion as we explore:
• From Vinyl to Streaming – Afrobeat’s Global Journey
• The Business of Music & City Identity
• Fela Kuti’s Influence on Music, Arts, Media & Fashion

Panellists: Gui Morais (Keynote) • Rikki Stein • Lolade Nwanze • Abolore Sobayo • Tolu Olafimihan • Olamide Jasanya • Tuoyo Amuka • Jenni Harrison • James Paine • Fágbèmí Ọ̀ṣìnúgà

 Saturday, 18 Oct 2025

 Ferens Art Gallery, Hull

 Free entry – registration required: https://bit.ly/FelabrationHull

Let’s celebrate Shakara – Bold Expressions of Afrobeat through music, dialogue, and community.

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