Creativity takes so many different forms, shapes and dimensions but can we say there is a unique African voice? How can it be expressed under the dominant culture of specialisation and art form compartments? Eugene Skeef discusses the innovations he adopts to create alternatives in his own practice.
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The African Voice - Coming Soon

Eugene Skeef talks about his early days of exile in London and meeting The African Dawn. He identifies the context and explores the dynamics that informed his collaborations with Bheki Msuleku, Mariam Makeba, Brian Eno, Tunde Jegede, Ngugi Wa Thiongo, Abdullah Ibrahim and a stellar cast of artists.

London Days - Coming Soon

Eugene Skeef goes deep into his creative relationship with Bheki Msuleku and discusses the unique qualities that made the South African pianist and saxophonist a musical genius. He offers fascinating perspectives on Bheki’s work and the wave of exiled South African music of the 1980s. This musical wave complemented the political campaign and made a critical contribution to dismantling the Apartheid system in South Africa.

Bheki Msuletu - Coming Soon

In the final episode of the first series, Wangui Wa Goro, the Kenyan writer, translator and critic discusses the significance of Eugene Skeef’s work. She relates the revolving dimensions to exceptional departures in African creativity

Eugene Skeef - Coming Soon

Great music and powerful testimonies weave through this fascinating story; from the day Soweto exploded in 1976 to the exciting 80s music scene in London. Eugene Skeef is an incredible witness! Subscribe and join us

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