Fela's Performance Ritual and Persona
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Fela's Performance Ritual and Persona
Descriptions of pre-show routines — from Fela Gold and sequined outfits to dramatic entrances and a large ensemble of musicians and dancers — highlight how theatricality and charisma were integral to converting musical atmosphere into political influence.
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