Shuffering and Shmiling


Shuffering and Shmiling is an album by Nigerian Afrobeat composer, bandleader, and multi-instrumentalist Fela Kuti. It was recorded in 1977 and released on the Nigerian Coconut label.

Reception

stated: "While continuing along in his tradition of savvy instrumental innovation, Shuffering and Shmiling plays out with the same intensity and voracious soloing that mark other great Africa 70 performances like Confusion, Gentleman (Fela [Kuti album)|Gentleman], and No Agreement; but the point of departure here is the outward remarks he makes on a touchy topic: religion."

Track listing

All compositions by Fela Kuti
  1. "Shuffering and Shmiling " – 12:12
  2. "Shuffering and Shmiling " – 9:47
  3. "Perambulator" – 14:30 Alternative track on 1984 French reissue

    Personnel

;Afrika 70
  • Tunde Williams, Nwokoma Ukem – trumpet
  • Christopher Uwaifor – alto saxophone
  • Lekan Animashaun – baritone saxophone
  • Leke Benson, Okalue Ojeah, Oghene Kologbo – guitar
  • Nweke Atifoh – bass guitar
  • Tony [Allen (musician)|Tony Allen] – drums
  • Ayoola Abayomi – percussion
  • Babajide Olaleye – maracas
  • Oladeinde Koffi, Addo Nettey, Shina Abiodun – congas
  • Alake Anikulapo Kuti, Emaruagheru Anikulapo Kuti, Fehintola Anikulapo Kuti, Ihase Anikulapo Kuti, Kevwe Anikulapo Kuti, Remi Anikulapo-Kuti, Tejumade Anikulapo Kuti – chorus
;Technical
  • Musiliu P. Brimah – design
  • Kenny Adamson – cartoons