The 50th anniversary edition of Fela Kuti's classic "Open & Close" features remastered audio on red and yellow butterfly effect vinyl and a return to the original gatefold jacket! Limited edition of 8000 for the world.

Fela Kuti’s music grooves as hard as it fights. It’s no surprise that Kuti’s cult continues and has grown stronger since ‘Open & Close’ was released 50 years ago, back when Jumbo opened. The title track teaches us how to groove, describing the dance moves represented on the amazing album artwork. Kuti invites us to sing along on the final track which contemplates the catastrophes of colonialism. Giving listeners the option to dance, protest or both at once, is attempted by many but mastered on a genius level by Fela Kuti. The album is not only revolutionary in sound, but also in message.

By Martha