1 definition by An Afropean
Term to describe the trans-cultural influences of (..usually...) mixed race individuals, or members of the black diaspora living in Europe. First coined by Talking Heads singer David Byrne, to describe the music of Belgo-Congolese group 'Zap Mama'. Later popularized by Afro-French sister duo Les Nubians.
"They burst onto the international music scene more than a decade ago, with a blend of European and African styles they call "Afropean."
"He is exploring the interplay of Black and European culture...looking at Afropean aesthetics"
"websites such as www.afropean.com celebrate the coming together of Afro and European styles, in a blend that has come to be known as Afropean"
"He is exploring the interplay of Black and European culture...looking at Afropean aesthetics"
"websites such as www.afropean.com celebrate the coming together of Afro and European styles, in a blend that has come to be known as Afropean"
by An Afropean February 25, 2012