Project title:
Harmonizing Heritage: African Music’s Role in Amplifying Black Excellence
‘AfroRemix’ is a groundbreaking music project dedicated to remixing and revitalising, classic African songs from various regions and eras.
Researcher:
Dr Daniel Amona
Faculty of Business and Law
University of Roehampton
Project proposal:
“AfroRemix: Reviving Classics, Celebrating Heritage” is a dynamic music project seeking to remix iconic African songs, infusing them with modern energy while honoring their cultural significance. Over 9 months, the project meticulously selects timeless tracks, recruits a diverse team of artists, and engages in collaborative efforts with original musicians or their descendants.
Through innovative remixing, vibrant visual presentations, and strategic promotion, AfroRemix aims to reintroduce these classics to contemporary audiences worldwide. Alongside releasing the remixes, the project hosts educational workshops and cultural exchange activities, fostering deeper appreciation and understanding of Africa’s rich musical heritage. With a grant request of £4,000, this initiative promises to celebrate Black excellence, bridge generational divides, and inspire future innovation in African music.
Photo by Nana Yaw Otoo on Unsplash
Themes:
Encouraging the arts
Enabling transformational change
Seeking justice
Promoting wellbeing
Nurturing rooted communities
Thinking globally
Amplifying voices