Antibalas Afrobeat Orchestra

Musical Group

Forfans of afrobeat, funk, world music and high-energy live bands
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The Profile

Brooklyn-based Afrobeat ensemble formed in 1998, known for high-energy live performances and music influenced by classic Afrobeat.

DeBaser's review describes Security as the band's fourth album; the review notes John McEntire as producer and Anti as distributor and describes the record as practically recorded live, highlighting the group's concert-honed energy.

DeBaser's lone review praises Security as Antibalas' fourth album, produced by John McEntire and distributed by Anti. The record is described as practically recorded live, showcasing the band's concert-honed energy. Musically it blends afrobeat, funk and jazz elements. The reviewer highlights its visceral physical effect and tribal, ancestral feel.

Notable Quotes

❝ Fourth album by Antibalas, a little-known New York band, after their previous three went unnoticed. Bringing them out of anonymity are none other than John McEntire (former Tortoise) in production and Anti in distribution.

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