Carlos Moore

Cuban-born writer and biographer best known for his book on Fela Kuti. The book was written in 1981 and first published shortly after in France and England; Moore is described in reviews as a longtime friend and the authorized reporter of Fela's stories.

Author of a widely cited biography of Fela Kuti (contains lyrics translations, album images and a discography). Described in the provided review as an exiled Cuban and as the only one authorized to report Fela's stories, thoughts and philosophy.

The supplied review praises Carlos Moore's biography of Fela Kuti as a vivid, well-documented portrait that lets Fela speak for himself. It highlights the book's historical context (written 1981, first published in France and England), comprehensive discography and translations, and the author's close relationship with Fela. The review recommends rediscovering Fela's music.

For:Readers interested in Afrobeat, music biographies, Fela Kuti and 20th-century African political music.