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You're in the right place for a straightforward, reliable look at Atomic Bomb: The Music of William Onyeabor. This touring tribute brings the pioneering Nigerian electro-funk of William Onyeabor back to life, channeling the spirit of Wilfilms-era releases and the global attention sparked by Luaka Bop's 2013 compilation Who Is William Onyeabor?. Since forming in 2014, the Atomic Bomb! Band has featured an all-star lineup including David Byrne, Alexis Taylor (Hot Chip), Money Mark, and Pat Mahoney (LCD Soundsystem). We’ve got you covered with biography, key discography highlights, and the latest tour info for venues in the city, and beyond.

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William Onyeabor’s influence endures through revivals, remixes, and reissues—most notably World Psychedelic Classics 5 and the Luaka Bop box set. In 2017, his track Fantastic Man gained renewed exposure via Apple’s advertising, underscoring the lasting appeal of his technology-driven funk. For fans, this page provides a reliable, non-pushy path to secure seats for upcoming Atomic Bomb performances and to stay informed about new dates as they’re announced.

The essentials

Quick Facts About Atomic Bomb: The Music of William Onyeabor

  • William Onyeabor was a pioneering Nigerian electro-funk artist who self-released music from 1977–1985 (often on Wilfilms).
  • Luaka Bop released the compilation Who Is William Onyeabor? in 2013, which sparked renewed global attention and critical acclaim.
  • A touring supergroup, the Atomic Bomb! Band, formed in 2014 to perform Onyeabor’s music, featuring artists like David Byrne, Alexis Taylor (Hot Chip), Pat Mahoney (LCD Soundsystem), Money Mark, and more.
  • William Onyeabor’s music has been widely reissued and remixed (e.g., World Psychedelic Classics 5, What?!, and a comprehensive Luaka Bop box set).
  • In 2017, his track Fantastic Man gained renewed exposure via mainstream advertising (Apple iPhone 7 Plus) and continued use in media.

The records

Atomic Bomb: The Music of William Onyeabor Discography

  • Anything You Sow
    1985 · Wilfilms
  • Good Name
    1983 · Wilfilms
  • Hypertension
    1982 · Wilfilms
  • Great Lover
    1981 · Wilfilms
  • Body & Soul
    1980 · Wilfilms
  • Tomorrow
    1979 · Wilfilms
  • Crashes in Love – Volume 2
    1979 · Wilfilms
  • Atomic Bomb
    1978 · Wilfilms
  • Crashes in Love
    1977 · Wilfilms
  • Who Is William Onyeabor? (Compilation)
    2013 · Luaka Bop

The hits

Top Atomic Bomb: The Music of William Onyeabor Songs

  • Atomic Bomb
    1978 · Did not chart
  • Fantastic Man
    1979 · Did not chart
  • Body & Soul
    1980 · Did not chart
  • When the Going Is Smooth and Good
    1985 · Did not chart

William Onyeabor’s influence endures through revivals, remixes, and reissues—most notably World Psychedelic Classics 5 and the Luaka Bop box set. In 2017, his track Fantastic Man gained renewed exposure via Apple’s advertising, underscoring the lasting appeal of his technology-driven funk. For fans, this page provides a reliable, non-pushy path to secure seats for upcoming Atomic Bomb performances and to stay informed about new dates as they’re announced.

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