Ata Kak: Time Bomb
2017•25m•Released
DocumentaryMusic
After Awesome Tapes From Africa's Brian Shimkovitz found the energetic, ecstatic music of Ghanaian musician Ata Kak, the tunes became beloved around the world. It was all unbeknownst to the artist himself -- his music was even unknown to those living in his hometown in Ghana. Years of tireless searching ensued, and eventually the Los Angeles-based label owner found a lead. Ata Kak - Time Bomb follows the search that Shimkovitz undertook as well as the visit to Ghana that took place once he found him. It is a celebration of great tunes and how, when it hits the right audience at the right time, music can touch people in a way that you never imagined.
Director
Nathan Corbin
Languages
English, Twi
Studio
Red Bull Music Academy
Cast
Ata Kak
Himself
Brian Shimkovitz
Himself
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