She tear trouser, he tear pant! Roforofo Fight was the first true classic album from the insanely prolific (they released 5 albums the year before this came out), the one that found their afrobeat sound fully distilled, laying the framework for future classics , , , and . Go Slow does what it says on the tin, and although its not actually a slow track (this is Fela after all), its a relatively mellow meditation on the frustrations of traffic in Lagos. Meanwhile, Roforofo Fight (a political battle in which no participant is unsullied; a mud-slinging contest) is the real ass shaker here, kicking off with s untouchable beat that inspired nearly a half century of afrocentric riddims. Felas sax rules the first half, and nearly 8 minutes in, the black president takes the podium and the party really gets going. This deluxe 50thanniversary edition contains all 4 tracks from the original Nigerian 2LP pressing for the first time in 50 years, plus 2 rare singles on LP for the first time ever. Limited edition red vinyl pressing with printed inner sleeve and code for digital download. Recommended.
- 50th anniversary edition
- first time reissue w/ full original tracklist from the original Nigerian 2LP pressing, plus 2 rare bonus tracks
- transparent green & orange colored double vinyl pressing
- includes obi strip printed inner sleeves w/ liner notes
- limited edition
- original release year: 1972
- music label:Knitting Factory Records 2022
