The project blends West African musical traditions with the rich jazz heritage of New Orleans, exploring the deep-rooted cultural ties across the Atlantic.
‘Boogie & Juju’ fuses two iconic musical styles from opposite sides of the ocean, boogie-woogie from the United States and juju music from Nigeria. Wade describes the piece as “a brother and sister torn apart by the vicissitudes of history,” reflecting on the transatlantic journey of African musical heritage.
The track channels the energy of Little Richard’s boogie-woogie, New…
