William Onyeabor’s Atomic Bomb is a pioneering Afro-funk recording originally released in the late 1970s, blending hypnotic rhythms, analogue synthesisers and infectious grooves. The album moves between driving electronic funk, Nigerian highlife influences and socially conscious songwriting, reflecting Onyeabor’s singular approach to African popular music. Highlights include the title track “Atomic Bomb,” alongside the irresistible groove of “Beautiful Baby.”
