At FELBON Records, our purpose is to bring indigenous African sounds to a global audience. While popular genres like Afrobeats and Highlife have already achieved worldwide recognition—with Afrobeats still dominating the airwaves—we aim to showcase traditional Africa. Our goal is to introduce the world to Africa's indigenous sounds, rhythms, and musical instruments through both entertainment and academic channels.
The essence of this goal can be seen in Gerald Eze’s recent visit to Jamaica. Our pioneer artiste was invited by Dr. Claudette Anderson of the Unchi Foundation to attend ‘Respelling Obeah’ a project/conference that advocates for the decriminalization of Obeah in Jamaica and honoring the ancient Igbo understanding of Ọbịa. Gerald was invited to perform Igbo Music and also be a part of the conversations, in recognition of the Jamaican people’s Igbo ancestry.
To commence the conference, Gerald Eze took center stage with the Oja, a traditional Igbo Instrument that talks. With skillful precision, he played a melodious salutation that resonated through the venue, paying homage to the spirit of Igbo culture and heritage. This musical offering served as a respectful acknowledgment of the deep-rooted Igbo ancestry shared by many Jamaicans. The haunting notes of the Oja filled the air, creating an atmosphere of reverence and connection as they washed over the distinguished audience in attendance. This opening performance set a powerful tone for the conference, combining Igbo traditions and Jamaican contexts, while highlighting the significance of indigenous African instruments in modern discourse.
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