Kokolo Afrobeat Orchestra - Each One Teach One / Each One Dub One

Year Released: 2007 (This single/EP was often released on their own label, or independent funk/Afrobeat labels.)
Genre: Afrobeat, Funk, Dub.
Detailed Description Containing Key Facts: Kokolo Afrobeat Orchestra is a highly respected contemporary Afrobeat band based in New York City, known for keeping the spirit of Fela Kuti's original Afrobeat sound alive and relevant. "Each One Teach One" is a powerful track that encapsulates their dedication to the genre's authentic roots. It features an intricate, polyrhythmic drum and percussion section, a driving, repetitive bassline, interlocking guitar riffs, and a prominent horn section, all designed to create a hypnotic and danceable groove. The vocals, if present, are often politically or socially conscious, aligning with Afrobeat's tradition of protest and empowerment. "Each One Dub One" is the dub version of the main track, stripping back elements, emphasizing the rhythm section and effects (like reverb and delay), creating a more spacious and psychedelic sonic experience. This release showcases Kokolo's mastery of the Afrobeat idiom and their commitment to its social message and deep grooves.