This episode of Africa Incorporated was built around rhythm, movement, and African musical lineage. The show leaned heavily into uptempo African jazz and Afrobeat, pulling from Nigeria, Benin, Cameroon, and the wider diaspora to create a session that felt alive from the first record.

Opening with Femi Kuti’s “Truth Don Die,” the tone was immediately rooted in resistance and groove. That energy flowed naturally into Roger Damawuzan and Les As Du Benin’s powerful interpretation of “Motherless Child,” a track that bridges African spirituality with deep soul emotion. The Lijadu Sisters followed, reminding listeners why their sound remains timeless, bold, and foundational to Nigerian funk and Afrobeat history.

As the mix unfolded, electronic highlife textures from Sonny Okosun blended seamlessly with jazz infused Afrobeat from Ebo Taylor alongside Adrian Younge and Ali Shaheed Muhammad. These selections highlighted how African music continues to evolve without losing its identity. Segun Bucknor and Geraldo Pino brought raw percussion and horn driven intensity, while Orlando Julius and The Funkees pushed the rhythm forward with unmistakable groove.

Manu Dibango’s “Africa Boogie” stretched the energy into long form movement, allowing the music to breathe and build. The show closed with modern reflections through Roy Ayers and cinematic soul from Adrian Younge, tying the past, present, and future together with intention.

This was Africa Incorporated doing what it does best. Honoring African roots, celebrating innovation, and keeping the rhythm moving.

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