Fresh from globetrotting and setting stages ablaze, Kid Anansi dropped the mic with his self-titled debut album, courtesy of Aquamarine Records. ‘Kid Anansi’ isn’t just an album; it’s a cultural cocktail, mixing spoken word, tunes, and gags that would make even the Sphinx crack a smile.
This album is like watching Kid Anansi grow up in fast-forward—witnessing his metamorphosis into a more assured, boldly gay, and unabashedly British Ghanaian artist. His tales aren’t just stories; they’re a rebellion wrapped in rhythm, challenging the world to rethink what it means to be Black, all while twirling in his identity like it’s a dance floor.
Since stealing the show next to Benjamin Zephaniah on the BAFTA-winning ‘Life & Rhyme’ in 2020, Kid Anansi has been on a mission to redefine poetry. He’s the bridge between worlds, caught between being “too Black” here and “not Black enough” there, and he tackles these contradictions with the finesse of a jester at the court of King Arthur.
Dubbed the modern-day griot with the comedic timing of Zack Fox, Kid Anansi has chosen his moniker wisely. Anansi, the trickster spider from Ghanaian lore, is the keeper of stories, and ur Kid is no different, spinning his life into narratives that both entertain and enlighten.
He’s not just a festival favourite at Glastonbury or Shambala; he’s also a mentor to the next generation, leading workshops where kids learn the art of crafting words and performing with swagger.
‘Kid Anansi’ isn’t just an album; it’s a manifesto of who he is, a testament to resilience, and a splash of creativity in the often monochromatic music scene. Get ready to be caught in his web of words, where every track is a thread in the tapestry of his rich, complex life.
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