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    Rolling Stone’s 500 Greatest Albums, 3 Nigerian albums made the list.

    Emma TeeBy No Comments2 Mins Read

    • Rolling Stone shared a fresh list of the TOP 500 GREATEST albums of all time, 3 Nigerian albums made the list.

    Rolling Stone's 500 Greatest Albums, 3 Nigerian albums made the list.
    Rolling Stone’s 500 Greatest Albums, 3 Nigerian albums made the list.

    Rolling Stone has unveiled a new edition of the top 500 greatest albums of all time, featuring Nigerian icons Fela Kuti, Burna Boy, and Sunny Ade. The inclusion of these artists in Rolling Stone’s prestigious list is a testament to their lasting impact on the global music scene.

    Originally published in 2003, Rolling Stone’s list has undergone revisions to reflect changing musical landscapes and evolving preferences. The recent edition acknowledges the continuous expansion and enrichment of the music canon.

    The Afrobeats genre, with its remarkable rise in recent years, has transcended geographical boundaries. It is no longer confined to Africa, as noted by the Financial Times magazine. The genre’s mainstream success is evident in the popularity of its biggest stars, who fill stadiums, dominate airwaves in Europe and the US, and achieve milestones such as Grammy wins, viral dance videos, and sold-out arena tours.

    Among the featured albums on Rolling Stone’s 500 Greatest Albums list are Burna Boy’s ‘African Giant,’ Fela Kuti and African 70’s ‘Expensive Shit,’ and King Sunny Ade’s ‘The Best of the Classic Years,’ securing positions 330, 402, and 465, respectively. This recognition not only solidifies their status as influential musicians within Africa but also highlights the global impact of Nigerian music.