"This is a poem of thanks, a poem of celebration, celebration of life."

With these words, Said brings us into his world -- a place where late-night afrobeat jams collide with the club scene of the London underground to create a unique blend of soulful dance rhythms. Said's deep, patient voice sets the stage for this montage of musical influences that will uplift the spirit and keep the dance floor moving. TO MOTHERLAND's thumping four-on-the-floor beat feels organic and natural with the loose groove of the percussion and captures the essence of afro-beat: music that is at once emotional and danceable.

About Said
Hailing from Lagos, Nigeria, Said grew up in the very same community that produced the legendary Fela Kuti, father of afro-beat and innovator of funk. From a young age he was passionate about music, making mix tapes and DJing for his friends, and spending his nights at Fela Kuti's nightclub, Shrine. With this strong musical foundation, Said decided to leave Lagos and head to London to pursue an academic career, but while he was there he also became involved in the underground dance scene. When he came to the U.S. in 1988, he found himself becoming more and more fascinated with the music scene and soon he was DJing in clubs in San Francisco and New York. He went on to found Fatsouls, his "supersonic campaign outlet", as well as its monthly party Atmosphere.

Written & produced by Said Adelekan. Published by Echohead Music (BMI)
Sax: Alex Murzin.
Engineer: Charles Spencer.
Vocals: Said.
(P) 2004 Wave Music




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