In this episode:

For the first show of 2012, Freedom Hour presents a special series on Black History Month, its origins and significance for African-Americans in the past and today. As part of this series, kwe chronicles and reflects on the life of Nigerian drummer and educator Babatunde Olatunji, whose book “The Beat of My Drum” is our featured Drum Talk this week. Also in this hour, we remember some of the pioneering figures and historical events of Black History, as we celebrate the revolutionary spirit, poetry and songs of the African diaspora in America

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Tribute – Babatunde Olatunji




Songs on the playlist include:

• [Narofinkwe – Harmony of Souls (Vintage Mix - 7:08)]
• [Sizzla – Black History (3:42)]
• Dead Prez – They Schools (3:42)]
• [Akwerius – Black (Ancient Days - 3:53)]
• [Babatunde Olatunji – The Beat of My Drum ()]
• [Akwerius – Chant (1:37)]