Fireside Stories with Dele Sosimi: “Fela was a radical who taught us about radicality. I still miss him” | Songlines
Thursday, April 4, 2024

Fireside Stories with Dele Sosimi: “Fela was a radical who taught us about radicality. I still miss him”

By Russell Higham

Dele Sosimi spent the 80s globetrotting with Fela, even taking the reins of his 20-piece band, bringing joy and peace to Lagos’ chaotic commune where they lived, played and partied

Dele Sosimi 3 (Robert Humm)

Dele Sosimi (photo: Robert Humm)

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