If It's Too Loud...

Photo by Kola Oshalusi Afrobeat royalty Seun Kuti has a deluxe edition of his album Heavier Yet (Lays the Crownless Head) due out in May, and he's released a new version of his song "Stand Well Well." This new version is reworked to include a verse by Pos of De La Soul. A collaboration between a member of De La Soul and an afrobeat artist is a complete dream come true for fans of both jazz rap/alternative hip hop and afrobeat, and "Stand Well Well" does not disappoint. The song is wonderfully creative and while it definitely fits the World Music definition, it's much more. Even if you normally aren't into what is considered World Music, Seun Kuti and Pos' collaboration is well worth your time. Pos says of working with Seun Kuti: “Seun is a powerful soul and it’s inspirational being around him whenever I have been.  The song for me means to stand well rooted in agreeableness. Standing well rooted against the whirlwind of misery dressed up as entertain...