Afrofuturism Archives

Madlib, The Afro-Modernist

December 9, 2018• Hip Hop

Modernism might have a white visage but Madlib’s brand of afro-modernism shouldn’t be overlooked.

Becoming Phill – Electrum

January 21, 2017• Funk

Namibian producer Becoming Phill gets funky with his latest album, Electrum. Becoming Phill is a multi-talented producer from southern...

DJ Skarface – Deltron 1983 (Mix)

August 30, 2014• Mixes

DJ Skarface returns with another fine mix, this time blending Deltron 3030’s classic debut with the music of Flying Lotus....

AFROFUTURISM: Mamman Sani – Taaritt

August 26, 2014• Music

The epitome of afrofuturism, Mamman Sani’s Taaritt combines ancient Saharan folk ballads with 80s synthesizers and drum machines to take you back to the future.

THROWBACK THURSDAY: Sun Ra – Night Music (1989)

May 22, 2014• Music

As it’s Sun Ra’s 100th birthday today, our Throwback Thursday is dedicated to the man from Saturn. Here, he speaks about his...

Afrofuturism: The New Black (Mix)

May 24, 2013• Music

Mysterious website Sheepish.org have collated a 17-track Afrofuturism mix....

10 Songs & Projects Inspired By Sun Ra

May 23, 2013• Jazz

It was Sun Ra’s 99th birthday yesterday (if you’re in the UK), so here are ten songs and projects inspired by the great man.

Ras G – Happy Arrival Day Mister Ra

May 22, 2013• Jazz

Ras G pays tribute to the late great Sun Ra on his 99th birthday with a new track. First off, happy birthday to Sun Ra. The mysterious man...

SATURDAY MATINÉE: Sun Ra – A Joyful Noise (1980)

May 18, 2013• Jazz

This hour long documentary about Sun Ra is the feature presentation for our Saturday Matinée this week....

Flying Lotus’ Next Album To Feature “Cosmic Experimental Jazz”

April 19, 2013• Jazz

Flying Lotus & Thundercat Working With… Herbie Hancock?!

March 26, 2013• Jazz, Video

Flying Lotus uploads a video featuring himself, Thundercat and Herbie Hancock in the studio. I’m still not ready to deal with this....

King Britt’s Guides Us Through The Sonic World Of Afrofuturism (Mix)

March 24, 2013• Mixes

King Britt takes us on a journey through sound - Afrofuturistic sound - in his free mix....

SATURDAY MATINÉE: Sun Ra’s Space Is The Place

October 6, 2012• Music

Sun Ra’s Space Is The Place is our Saturday Matinée feature presentation this week.

FREE DOWNLOAD: Leroge – Ra’s Son Soul Star

August 20, 2012• Free Download

“Ra’s Son Soul Star” Leroge Marzbot travels to Earth for love. Mission failed. The “Heart Break Hero” still...

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