Watch Black Uhuru play “Here Comes Black Uhuru“, “As The World Turns“, “I See You“ and “What Is Life“ at the Tiny Desk.
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Dec. 2, 2019 | Abby O’Neill -- Considering the state of global politics, there’s never been a better time to get reacquainted with the righteousness of Black Uhuru. The iconic reggae band, whose name means “Black Freedom“ in Swahili, is still going strong after more than 40 years, and they brought their much-needed songs of solidarity to the Tiny Desk. Fittingly, the set begins with “Here Comes Black Uhuru,“ a telling and literal re-introduction to the group’s legacy for audiences that may be unfamiliar with their extensive catalogue.
While most-known for their late-’70s and early-’80s classics — years defined by a game of musical
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