Seun Kuti, son of Afrobeat pioneer Fela Kuti, and Damian Marley, son of reggae icon Bob Marley, are set to release a landmark single titled ‘Dey’.
This collaboration, revealed by Seun Kuti via Instagram on June 19, 2024, marks the first time artists from these legendary music families will work together.
Earlier this year, the movie ‘One Love’, about Bob Marley, featured Nigerian stars Wizkid and Bloody Civilian on its soundtrack.
At the premiere, Bob Marley’s granddaughter, Zuri Marley, expressed a wish for collaborations between Bob Marley and Nigerian artists like Fela Kuti and Burna Boy.
Although the late music legends never collaborated, their sons Seun Kuti and Damian Marley have fulfilled fans’ long-standing anticipation with ‘Dey’.
The track, set to release on June 26, 2024, will feature Seun Kuti’s Egypt 80 alongside Damian Marley, promising a fusion of Afrobeat and reggae.
This collaboration is highly anticipated by fans globally.’Dey’ precedes Seun Kuti’s upcoming album, which will be executive-produced by American music icon Lenny Kravitz.
Known for his collaborations with global stars, including Janelle Monae on her Grammy Album of the Year nominated ‘The Age of Pleasure’, Seun Kuti’s new album is expected to feature reputable artists from around the world
