Sonny Okosuns (sometimes spelt without the ‘s’) was born in Nigeria in 1947. His reggae hit Fire in Soweto resulted in world fame, which lasted through the late 70’s and 80’s. The song became an underground hit in South Africa. Okosuns played many anti-apartheid concerts and was also known for his pan-africanism,…
Amplify: Story, Resistance, Radio On October 7th, the Tin Shed’s Gallery showcased an eye-opening observational documentary that offered viewers an intimate glimpse into the world of Sydney’s very first community Aboriginal radio station, 88.9 Radio Redfern. This unique film played out against the backdrop of contemporary Aboriginal music, providing a…
About When I’m 64 When I’m 64, a documentary series about looking for work when you are over 55. With the Australian Government talking about raising the pension eligibility age to 70, there’s been a lot of talk about all of us having to work until we are older. In…
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Written and recorded in 1976, the song Zombie is the musical manifestation of Fela’s personal transformation into a political force. The song marks the crucial turning point in Fela’s development when his political awakening merged with his new musical vision. Considering the social and political context that birthed the song, Zombie is a scathing…