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Track 5 'Puppet Boy' by Albino! from The Rough Guide To Afrobeat Revolution released in 2009. Albino! are a ten-piece ensemble that 'honours the fiery legacy' of Fela through a commitment to activism, charity causes and performing lively protest music, the band utilizes a large brass section, authentic African percussion, wild costumes, dancers and entertaining choreography to get their message of dance and rebellion across.
'Puppet Boy' comes from their debut album 'Rhino' and uses satirical biting humour to point the finger at the forces behind our empty-headed puppet rulers. The lyrics paint a picture of a 'boy' who is merely a servant of larger forces, whose masters put him on TV, tell him what to think, what to say and keep him in line by inspiring fear. Some tasty percussion, funky drumming and sexy baritone sax work complement the taunting vocals of special guest Amber Hines.
Track 5 'Puppet Boy' by Albino! from The Rough Guide To Afrobeat Revolution released in 2009. Albino! are a ten-piece ensemble that 'honours the fiery legacy' of Fela through a commitment to activism, charity causes and performing lively protest music, the band utilizes a large brass section, authentic African percussion, wild costumes, dancers and entertaining choreography to get their message of dance and rebellion across.
'Puppet Boy' comes from their debut album 'Rhino' and uses satirical biting humour to point the finger at the forces behind our empty-headed puppet rulers. The lyrics paint a picture of a 'boy' who is merely a servant of larger forces, whose masters put him on TV, tell him what to think, what to say and keep him in line by inspiring fear. Some tasty percussion, funky drumming and sexy baritone sax work complement the taunting vocals of special guest Amber Hines.
