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Listen:Up presents Felabration! w/ DJ Ron Trent & DJ Spinna
Friday, October 16 2009
The Shrine, Chicago IL
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event description
Listen:Up presents a night of music and images to honour the life and work of Fela Anikulapo Kuti. International selectas DJ Ron Trent and DJ Spinna will be making a musical presentation of Fela’s magical Afro Beat rhythms. Not to be missed…
About Felabrations:
In support of the Knitting Factory Records re-launch of Fela Kuti’s music catalogue, Giant Step has organized official Felabration events in more than 15 cities across North America throughout the month of October; this outstanding schedule of Felabrations will bring together some of the best DJs, musicians, and promoters around to celebrate the life, music, and birthday of Fela Kuti. These events will unite the diverse communities and Tastemakers across the country that are instrumental in keeping Fela's music alive. Check out the full lineup of events here.
fela.net | theshrinechicago.com
About Felabrations:
In support of the Knitting Factory Records re-launch of Fela Kuti’s music catalogue, Giant Step has organized official Felabration events in more than 15 cities across North America throughout the month of October; this outstanding schedule of Felabrations will bring together some of the best DJs, musicians, and promoters around to celebrate the life, music, and birthday of Fela Kuti. These events will unite the diverse communities and Tastemakers across the country that are instrumental in keeping Fela's music alive. Check out the full lineup of events here.
fela.net | theshrinechicago.com
ticket information
9PM-2AM
Doors Open At: 09:00 PM
Doors Open At: 09:00 PM
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