Before Afrobeats: The Untold Story of Nigerians at Notting Hill Carnival

Before Afrobeats became a global phenomenon, Nigerians were already making their mark at Notting Hill Carnival. In this episode of Faloh Frequency, legendary UK based DJ and entertainment promoter DJ Abass takes us through the untold history of the Nigerian Corner at Notting Hill Carnival and the early days of Nigerian entertainment in the UK. How did the Nigerian Corner begin? Who were the people behind it? What was it like promoting Nigerian music in London before social media, YouTube and streaming? And what role did these early communities and promoters play in creating the foundation for the Afrobeats movement we see today? DJ Abass shares first hand stories from decades of promoting African music and entertainment in the UK, while exploring the Caribbean origins of Notting Hill Carnival, the arrival and growing presence of Nigerians, and the evolution of the Nigerian Corner into an important meeting point for Nigerian culture in London. This conversation documents a significant chapter of African diaspora history and the journey of Nigerian music and culture in the United Kingdom. If you are interested in Notting Hill Carnival history, the Nigerian Corner, Afrobeats history, Nigerians in the UK, African music, UK Nigerian culture and the African diaspora, this episode is for you. Subscribe to Faloh Frequency for more conversations about African diaspora history, migration, culture, identity and life abroad. #NottingHillCarnival #NigerianCorner #DJAbass #Afrobeats #AfrobeatsHistory #NigeriansInUK #AfricanDiaspora #FalohFrequency