Afrobeat is a very integral part of music, especially in West Africa. It has been in mainstream music since the 70s, made popular bybthe Giants like Fela and in today's world, artists like Burna Boy.
The greatest emphasis in Afrobeat is groove. You can't have Afrobeatvwothout groove. It is the soul of Afrobeat. Whether you put on local percussion instruments or modern groove tools to make your instrumentation, it must always have that feel that makes your head bob and your body feel the vibes.
Here I explore a sample track made in the Style of Burna boy's song "Gbóná".
It was one of the big hits back when Burna boy entered mainstream stardom.
Notice the emphasis on flow and groove. Nothing much, but yet rich!
Enjoy!
Saxophone: Proel Eflat Alto Saxophone
Reed: Rico 2.5 (Modified)
Mouthpiece: Generic Jazz Metallic mouthpiece
Microphone: Behringer C3
Edited and Mixed on: Audacity
Gbóná by Burna Boy:
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This is so good 🔥
Shaking my head all through the performance and vibing to this wonderful and melodious piece.
This is part of the aim of this event!!!
Let everyone vibe to the African vibeeeeeeeeeeee!!!
Ahhhh!!!
Baba you too much 🙌🙌
This is wonderfully beautiful
Thank you so much for participating in this week's event. ❤
My Oga at the top🙌
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This rhythm has invaded my body and mind! These are too pleasant compasses. This style reminds me a little bit of regae although I know they are different hehe.
Thanks for the good music brother! Best regards. 😃🎶💯🎼😎👊🎹🎵🙌🤯
Exactly what afrobeat does... You just gotta move your body or bob your head😅
Reggae has that smooth groove feel too!
Man, you did an awesome job. You really dealt with the song. I don't mind applying to come learn how to play sax and make an awesome video editing like yours.
Brotherly🙌🙌
Thanks a lot Chief
Anytime you're ready boss.
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Bravo hermano!
Muchas gracias hermano!
chai...see better afro jamz
Mehn, your solo and riffs can only be made in Africa. I just couldn't help dancing all through.
AFRI-TUNES TO THE WORLD!!
Much love😍
My brother thank you o!😅🙌🙌