Expensive Shit

The title track of 'Expensive Shit' is a sprawling, satirical Afrobeat narrative detailing Fela Kuti's real-life 1974 confrontation with Nigerian police who framed him for possession, an event he subverted by allegedly swapping the evidence. The album's two extensive tracks are built upon the foundational polyrhythmic drumming of Tony Allen, interwoven with hypnotic guitar riffs and punctuated by a commanding horn section, showcasing the Africa 70 band at a creative peak. As a counterpoint, the B-side 'Water No Get Enemy' shifts to a more fluid, philosophical theme based on a Yoruba proverb, cementing the album as a landmark of political commentary and musical innovation.