 | Word Staff Pick
Seun Kuti & Africa 80t
From Africa with Fury: Rise
While many sons of famous fathers try and distance themselves from paternal influence, Seun Kuti (son of Fela, brother of Femi) has picked up the baton and carried on in precisely the same direction his father was headed. He's even backed by dad's old band, Africa 80. So you know what to expect: funky Afrobeat, howling sax, and anger. Anger at African corruption. Anger at African politicians. And anger at the continuing colonial mentality of The West. Seun's vocals aren't quite as smooth as his father, nor is he as charismatic, but, in the absence of the greatest of them all, he's doing a remarkable job. (Fraser Lewry) |  | Word Reader Pick
Adam & The Ants
Kings Of The Wild Frontier
Pirates, Cowboys and Indians with a Burundi beat some slick guitar, with added yelps, screams and wo-a-woahs that deliver a sound never heard before or since. To revisit KotWF is a rush of noise, image and sheer exuberance that reminds you what truly great pop can achieve. As a teenager you questioned everything you'd heard before and your sexuality as an adult you wonder why he wasn't the biggest star of all time. Sometimes music, time and a look just come together to produce something truly unique, it's all too rare but when it does everything makes sense. Don't tread on an ant, embrace one all over again. (Dave Amitri) | | Word Magazine Recommends | | | | | | | | Baxter Dury | | Yes | | The Horrors | | Blood Orange | | | | | | | | | From the 'Now Hear This' CD | | | | | | | | Fountains of Wayne | | Blondie | | Astrid Williamson | | Josh Ottum | | | | | | | | |
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