Laide (one of Fela's Queens)
Former member of Fela Kuti's Kalakuta commune who acted as an organizer and spokesperson for the Queens, recounting life in the compound and the violence they endured.
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Nov 5, 2025 • 46min
6: The Queens
In this engaging discussion, Dotun Ayobade, an assistant professor known for his research on Fela's Queens, joins Laide and Chinieri, former members of Fela Kuti's Kalakuta commune. They dive into the complexities of life in the commune, revealing how the queens shaped Afrobeat's sound and stage presence. Laide and Chinieri share their motivations for joining, the blend of liberation and oppression they experienced, and the challenges faced, including violence and political strife, all while asserting their autonomy and artistic contributions.
