Articles: Exclusive Articles from the Festival
Explore the expansive world of Afrofuturism with these Carnegie Hall–exclusive articles. With artist profiles, a glossary of Afrofuturist terms, lists of recommended music, literature, film, and more, this page is your hub for an introduction and a deep dive into Afrofuturism.
Exploring Afrofuturism: Music, Literature, and Film
30 major works of art essential to an understanding of Afrofuturist culture.
Theo Croker: Cosmically Minded Conjurer of Soulful and Spirited Compositions
Theo Croker’s music exemplifies the jazz modernist who embraces multiple genres and cutting-edge technology.
Afrofuturism: A Glossary
This glossary of terms aims to inspire deeper appreciation and comprehension of the multifaceted nature of Afrofuturism.
Pop Music and Afrofuturism
From George Clinton and Labelle to Janelle Monáe and Beyoncé, explore Afrofuturism’s influence on pop artists.
Angel Bat Dawid: An Afrofuturist Here to Upset the Status Quo
Whether Dawid’s on woodwinds, playing the organ, or wielding her earthy vocals, she relishes in the tapestries of the ironic as if her very survival depends on it.
Nicole Mitchell: Creating Visionary Worlds Through Music
Composer and conceptualist Nicole Mitchell’s roots have inspired a creative journey that has taken her and her award-winning, innovative music around the world.Jazz and Afrofuturism: From Sun Ra to Flying Lotus
Afrofuturism pioneer Sun Ra’s music blazed new paths and continues to influence modern musicians.
Flying Lotus: An Apex of Electronic Music Mastery
Flying Lotus demonstrates the apex of electronic music mastery for the era, forever obliterating the socialization of genrifying Black music creations.
Afrofuturism Festival Playlist
Hear music from Flying Lotus, Sun Ra Arkestra, Fatoumata Diawara, Carl Craig Synthesizer Ensemble, and others.