Shuffering and Shmiling is an album by Nigerian Afrobeat composer, bandleader, and multi-instrumentalist Fela Kuti. It was recorded in 1977 and released on the Nigerian Coconut label.Fela Kuti discography , accessed 8 May 2014.
Reception
AllMusic stated: "While continuing along in his tradition of savvy instrumental innovation, Shuffering and Shmiling plays out with the same intensity and voracious soloing that mark other great Africa 70 performances like Confusion, Gentleman, and No Agreement; but the point of departure here is the outward remarks he makes on a touchy topic: religion."Samuelson, S., AllMusic Review, accessed 8 May 2014.
Track listing All compositions by Fela Kuti "Shuffering and Shmiling (Vocal)" – 12:12 "Shuffering and Shmiling (Instrumental)" – 9:47 "Perambulator" – 14:30 Alternative track on 1984 French reissue
Personnel Fela Kuti – tenor saxophone, alto saxophone, electric piano, vocals Afrika 70 Tunde Williams, Nwokoma Ukem – trumpet Christopher Uwaifor – alto saxophone Lekan Animashaun – baritone saxophone Leke Benson, Okalue Ojeah, Oghene Kologbo – guitar Nweke Atifoh – bass guitar Tony Allen (aka Ladi Alabi) – drums Ayoola Abayomi – percussion Babajide Olaleye – maracas Oladeinde Koffi, Addo Nettey, Shina Abiodun – congas Alake Anikulapo Kuti, Emaruagheru Anikulapo Kuti, Fehintola Anikulapo Kuti, Ihase Anikulapo Kuti, Kevwe Anikulapo Kuti, Remi Anikulapo-Kuti, Tejumade Anikulapo Kuti – chorus Technical Musiliu P. Brimah – design Kenny Adamson – cartoons
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