Articles: Exclusive Articles from the Festival
Explore the expansive world of Afrofuturism with these Carnegie Hall–exclusive articles. With artist profiles, a glossary of Afrofuturist terms, lists of recommended music, literature, film, and more, this page is your hub for an introduction and a deep dive into Afrofuturism.
The Grammy-nominated Fatou (2011) may have introduced Fatoumata Diawara to global audiences, but she was no stranger to the African diaspora or Europe.
Tendai Maraire and Hussein Kalonji—known as Chimurenga Renaissance—weave sound into an electronic texture rooted between hip-hop and sacred African music.
Carl Craig is an elder statesman in the world of electronic music production and performance, and a legend of the genre.
30 major works of art essential to an understanding of Afrofuturist culture.
Theo Croker’s music exemplifies the jazz modernist who embraces multiple genres and cutting-edge technology.
This glossary of terms aims to inspire deeper appreciation and comprehension of the multifaceted nature of Afrofuturism.
From George Clinton and Labelle to Janelle Monáe and Beyoncé, explore Afrofuturism’s influence on pop artists.
Whether Dawid’s on woodwinds, playing the organ, or wielding her earthy vocals, she relishes in the tapestries of the ironic as if her very survival depends on it.
Afrofuturism pioneer Sun Ra’s music blazed new paths and continues to influence modern musicians.
Flying Lotus demonstrates the apex of electronic music mastery for the era, forever obliterating the socialization of genrifying Black music creations.
Hear music from Flying Lotus, Sun Ra Arkestra, Fatoumata Diawara, Carl Craig Synthesizer Ensemble, and others.