ALPHONSE - LA MUSIQUE CREOLE:
1974 creole album from Lousiana. Check "Le Boss". Record has some storage wear. Cover has corner wear, sticker mark on front. US original.
1974 creole album from Lousiana. Check "Le Boss". Record has some storage wear. Cover has corner wear, sticker mark on front. US original.
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AMABANO - AMSTERDAM TICKET:
Rare Burundian LP from 1987 with a mix of funk, psych and traditional sounds, check the raw and psychedelic afro funk track "Ilunga Diamond's Touch" and "Munzanire". Reissue.
Rare Burundian LP from 1987 with a mix of funk, psych and traditional sounds, check the raw and psychedelic afro funk track "Ilunga Diamond's Touch" and "Munzanire". Reissue.
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ATTARAZAT ADDAHABIA & FARADJALLAHAL HADAOUI
HABIBI FUNK - Germany Original
LP · M/M · 250 SEK
IN STOCK
ATTARAZAT ADDAHABIA & FARADJALLAH - AL HADAOUI:
Previously unreleased Moroccan 1973 recordings, taking in huge chunks of funk and rock. Listen to "Al Hadaoui".
Previously unreleased Moroccan 1973 recordings, taking in huge chunks of funk and rock. Listen to "Al Hadaoui".
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AYALEW MESFIN - WEGENE (MY COUNTRYMEN):
Compilation of Ethiopian vintage sounds including killer tunes as "Teregew nebere" and some unissued material.
Compilation of Ethiopian vintage sounds including killer tunes as "Teregew nebere" and some unissued material.
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AYALEW MESFIN - MOT AYKERIM (YOU CAN'T CHEAT DEATH):
Part 5 in Now-Again's Ayalew Mesfin compilation series - listen to the otherworldy "Mot Aykerim" (stunning track!) and the deep and funky "Erikew Sidehu".
Part 5 in Now-Again's Ayalew Mesfin compilation series - listen to the otherworldy "Mot Aykerim" (stunning track!) and the deep and funky "Erikew Sidehu".
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BLO - CHAPTER ONE:
Nigerian psych/funk album with the deep "Chant to mother earth" and the funkier "Don't". Reissue. Brand new copy from the label but with small transport damage (beginning of a split) on top seam center.
Nigerian psych/funk album with the deep "Chant to mother earth" and the funkier "Don't". Reissue. Brand new copy from the label but with small transport damage (beginning of a split) on top seam center.
afro reissues
C.K. MANN & HIS CAROUSEL 7 - FUNKY HIGHLIFE:
"Asafo beesuon" heavy funky highlife with hard drums on this Ebo Taylor-arranged LP from 1975. Reissue.
"Asafo beesuon" heavy funky highlife with hard drums on this Ebo Taylor-arranged LP from 1975. Reissue.
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CHRISTIANA ESSIEN / CHRISTY ESSIENYOU CAN'T CHANGE A...
AFRODESIA - Italy Reissue
12" · EX/NM · 120 SEK
NEW IN STOCK
CHRISTIANA ESSIEN / CHRISTY ESSIEN - YOU CAN'T CHANGE A MAN:
Great funky Nigerian groover. Unofficial reissue.
Great funky Nigerian groover. Unofficial reissue.
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CHRISTY ESSIEN IGBOKWE - GIVE ME A CHANCE:
Nigerian LP from 1980 including the disco funk gems "Rumours" and "Nothing can stop you", both surefire dancefloor movers. Reissue.
Nigerian LP from 1980 including the disco funk gems "Rumours" and "Nothing can stop you", both surefire dancefloor movers. Reissue.
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COUPE CLOUE - COUCI-COUCA:
1981 compas set from Haitian singer Coupé Cloué, check "Mové Job". US original, nice copy in shrink.
1981 compas set from Haitian singer Coupé Cloué, check "Mové Job". US original, nice copy in shrink.
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CRO CRO - PLAY THE PAN / SOCA JAM:
"Soca jam" does what it says, a surefire soca hit. Barbados original from 1979, nice copy.
"Soca jam" does what it says, a surefire soca hit. Barbados original from 1979, nice copy.
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CUBAN MARIMBA BANDKIFO CHA BAVON MARRIE /...
SABA SABA - Kenya Original
7" · EX/EX · 90 SEK
IN STOCK
CUBAN MARIMBA BAND - KIFO CHA BAVON MARRIE / PESA SABUNI YA ROHO:
Two pleasant sides from this accomplished band out of Tanzania. Kenyan original, almost spotless copy.
Two pleasant sides from this accomplished band out of Tanzania. Kenyan original, almost spotless copy.
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DELE OJO & HIS STAR BROTHERS BANDILU OYINBO DARA / BOUNC...
PHILIPS WEST AFRIC... - Nigeria Original
7" · VG+/VG+ · 500 SEK
IN STOCK
DELE OJO & HIS STAR BROTHERS BAND - ILU OYINBO DARA / BOUNCING BONA:
Nigerian Yoruba highlife 45 by the reliable Dele Ojo and his Star Brothers. Listen to "Bouncing Bona". Slight warp in vinyl (most likely heat damage), looks and tracks a bit wobbly but plays ok with just minor flutter and some odd clicks. Nigerian original, 3-prong center issue. Comes with company sleeve (a bit worn and aged).
Nigerian Yoruba highlife 45 by the reliable Dele Ojo and his Star Brothers. Listen to "Bouncing Bona". Slight warp in vinyl (most likely heat damage), looks and tracks a bit wobbly but plays ok with just minor flutter and some odd clicks. Nigerian original, 3-prong center issue. Comes with company sleeve (a bit worn and aged).
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DELE OJO & HIS STAR BROTHERS BANDILU OYINBO DARA / BOUNC...
PHILIPS WEST AFRIC... - Nigeria Original
7" · VG+/VG+ · 700 SEK
IN STOCK
DELE OJO & HIS STAR BROTHERS BAND - ILU OYINBO DARA / BOUNCING BONA:
Nigerian Yoruba highlife 45 by the reliable Dele Ojo and his Star Brothers. Listen to "Bouncing Bona". Strong VG+ copy, shiny and black with a few minor marks only, plays very well. Nigerian original, 4-prong center issue. Comes with company sleeve (a bit worn and aged).
Nigerian Yoruba highlife 45 by the reliable Dele Ojo and his Star Brothers. Listen to "Bouncing Bona". Strong VG+ copy, shiny and black with a few minor marks only, plays very well. Nigerian original, 4-prong center issue. Comes with company sleeve (a bit worn and aged).
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DORIVAL ALTIERI - MIN BOIS:
Compas from 1980 by Haitian artist a.k.a. Althiery Dorival. Listen to "Coq La". US original.
Compas from 1980 by Haitian artist a.k.a. Althiery Dorival. Listen to "Coq La". US original.
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EBO TAYLOR - PALAVER:
Previously unreleased 1980 album from the king of Ghanaian funky-highlife, including a killer afrobeat track in "Help Africa" plus nice vibes on the more highlife-y title track!
Previously unreleased 1980 album from the king of Ghanaian funky-highlife, including a killer afrobeat track in "Help Africa" plus nice vibes on the more highlife-y title track!
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EBO TAYLOR JNR WITH WUTA WAZUTU - GOTTA TAKE IT COOL:
1978 album by Ebo Taylor's son, including the raw afro funker "Mondo Soul Funky" (killer track!) that was comped on "Ghana Soundz Volume 2". "Swinging Soul For Love" in nice too in the same style. Reissue.
1978 album by Ebo Taylor's son, including the raw afro funker "Mondo Soul Funky" (killer track!) that was comped on "Ghana Soundz Volume 2". "Swinging Soul For Love" in nice too in the same style. Reissue.
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EBO TAYLOR, PAT THOMAS & UHURU YENZUHITSVILL RE-VISITED
MR BONGO - UK Reissue
LP · M/M · 275 SEK
IN STOCK
EBO TAYLOR, PAT THOMAS & UHURU YENZU - HITSVILL RE-VISITED:
Upbeat highlife from Ebo Taylor, Pat Thomas and Uhuru Yenzu. Listen to "Go slow" or "Uhuru special". Reissue.
Upbeat highlife from Ebo Taylor, Pat Thomas and Uhuru Yenzu. Listen to "Go slow" or "Uhuru special". Reissue.
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ERICK COSAQUE - CHINAL KA 1973-1995:
Great compilation featuring 1973-1995 recordings with this Guadelopean artist, ranging from earlier Gwoka and West Indies fusion sounds to later digital zouk tracks. Includes the stunning "Guadeloupe, Ile De Mes Amours" that's been a big home listening favourite of mine for many years, listen to that plus "Kominiké" and "Embawgo".
Great compilation featuring 1973-1995 recordings with this Guadelopean artist, ranging from earlier Gwoka and West Indies fusion sounds to later digital zouk tracks. Includes the stunning "Guadeloupe, Ile De Mes Amours" that's been a big home listening favourite of mine for many years, listen to that plus "Kominiké" and "Embawgo".
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FADOUL - AL ZMAN SAIB:
Moroccan funk/r&b with a raucous male vocal! Especially make sure to check the James Brown cover "Sid rehad". Reissue.
Moroccan funk/r&b with a raucous male vocal! Especially make sure to check the James Brown cover "Sid rehad". Reissue.
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FELA KUTI & ROY AYERSMUSIC OF MANY COLOURS
KNITTING FACTORY RECORDS - USA Reissue
LP · M/M · 275 SEK
IN STOCK
FELA KUTI & ROY AYERS - MUSIC OF MANY COLOURS:
Great afro/funk/disco from 1980, including "2000 blacks got to be free"! Reissue.
Great afro/funk/disco from 1980, including "2000 blacks got to be free"! Reissue.
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FELA KUTI / FELA RANSOME KUTI & AFRICA 70EXPENSIVE SHIT
KNITTING FACTORY RECORDS - USA Reissue
LP · M/M · 275 SEK
IN STOCK
FELA KUTI / FELA RANSOME KUTI & AFRICA 70 - EXPENSIVE SHIT:
"Water No Get Enemy" and "Expensive Shit" awesome Fela classics. Reissue.
"Water No Get Enemy" and "Expensive Shit" awesome Fela classics. Reissue.
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FLORENCE ADOONI - MAM PE'ELA SU'URE / NABA AFERDA:
Truly wonderful highlife from this Ghanaian singer! A recomendation!
Truly wonderful highlife from this Ghanaian singer! A recomendation!
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HALLELUJAH CHICKEN RUN BAND - TAKE ONE:
Compilation featuring 14 tracks from this popular Zimbabwean group - wonderful, warm sounds on tracks like "Sekai" and "Mudzimu Ndiringe"!
Compilation featuring 14 tracks from this popular Zimbabwean group - wonderful, warm sounds on tracks like "Sekai" and "Mudzimu Ndiringe"!
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KAKUKU BOYS BAND - CATHERINE / NTHINA WA MISYI:
Kikamba cavacha sides. Record is VG to VG+, plays ok with a few pops. Kenyan original.
Kikamba cavacha sides. Record is VG to VG+, plays ok with a few pops. Kenyan original.
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KIMILISI NASUSI BANDRAASI LUKEMBE ELALA / E...
CHIKHOLO CHIE BABUKUSU - Kenya Original
7" · VG+/M · 180 SEK
IN STOCK
KIMILISI NASUSI BAND - RAASI LUKEMBE ELALA / EKOMBE MBAYO BULIMI:
"Ekombe" bouncy club tune that takes off in the second part! Staining on A-side label. Kenyan original.
"Ekombe" bouncy club tune that takes off in the second part! Staining on A-side label. Kenyan original.
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KIRU STARS - TATA WA MUOKI / KAA NI KAKWA:
Kikuyu benga sides. Kenyan original.
Kikuyu benga sides. Kenyan original.
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KYANGANGA BOYS BAND - EKA KUIA MWANA / RUTHI:
More Cavacha sounds from Kyanganga. Record has some marks, plays decent but with occasional clicks. Kenyan original.
More Cavacha sounds from Kyanganga. Record has some marks, plays decent but with occasional clicks. Kenyan original.
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LES YA TOUPAS - YENGA-YENGA:
Fine Lingala 45 in super nice condition, with the four-piece centre intact. Kenyan original.
Fine Lingala 45 in super nice condition, with the four-piece centre intact. Kenyan original.
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LINDA BABE MAJIKA - DON'T TREAT ME SO BAD:
Afro/boogie LP from 1988 includng the banging dance tunes "Let's make a deal" and "Don't treat me so bad"! Reissue.
Afro/boogie LP from 1988 includng the banging dance tunes "Let's make a deal" and "Don't treat me so bad"! Reissue.
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MALAKISI JAZZ BANDNYONGESA KHAKHUREBE / O...
ESAMBO YE - Kenya Original
7" · VG+/M · 90 SEK
IN STOCK
MALAKISI JAZZ BAND - NYONGESA KHAKHUREBE / OMUKHASI OMUKESI:
Nice, jazzy Bukusu 45! Kenyan original.
Nice, jazzy Bukusu 45! Kenyan original.
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MARCY LUARKS & CLASSIC TOUCH - ELECTRIC MURDER:
Nigerian boogie from 1983 with a bunch of lo-fi dance hits. Listen to "Inspiration" and "Shake" - if you like them you'll like the rest. Reissue.
Nigerian boogie from 1983 with a bunch of lo-fi dance hits. Listen to "Inspiration" and "Shake" - if you like them you'll like the rest. Reissue.
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MARIJATA - PAT THOMAS INTRODUCES MARIATA:
"Mother Africa" monster afro funk on rare Ghanaian LP from 1976. Reissue. Brand new copy from the label but with small transport damage (beginning of a split) on top seam center.
"Mother Africa" monster afro funk on rare Ghanaian LP from 1976. Reissue. Brand new copy from the label but with small transport damage (beginning of a split) on top seam center.
afro reissues
MULATU ASTATKE FEATURING FEKADE AMDE MASKALETHIO JAZZ
HEAVENLY SWEETNESS - France Reissue
LP · M/M · 225 SEK
IN STOCK
MULATU ASTATKE FEATURING FEKADE AMDE MASKAL - ETHIO JAZZ:
Ethiopian musician Mulatu Astatke did some incredible music in the late 60's and early 70's. This LP is superb from start to end -listen to "Netsanet", "Yekatit" or "Yekermo sew" and see for yourself. 5 star recommendation! Reissue of ultra rare original.
Ethiopian musician Mulatu Astatke did some incredible music in the late 60's and early 70's. This LP is superb from start to end -listen to "Netsanet", "Yekatit" or "Yekermo sew" and see for yourself. 5 star recommendation! Reissue of ultra rare original.
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MWENGE JAZZ BAND - VERO USINIULIZE / OH! ALFONSINE:
Early/mid-70s Kiswahili 45. Kenyan original in wonderful condition.
Early/mid-70s Kiswahili 45. Kenyan original in wonderful condition.
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NKONO TELES - PARTY BEATS:
Afro-boogie with stinging drums and light synths! Check the garage-y "Love vibration" and the freestyle-like "Party beats". Reissue.
Afro-boogie with stinging drums and light synths! Check the garage-y "Love vibration" and the freestyle-like "Party beats". Reissue.
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NKOTTI FRANCOIS & THE BLACK STYLS 77DE BONABERI A DOUALA
NANGA BOKO - France Reissue
LP · M/M · 180 SEK
IN STOCK
NKOTTI FRANCOIS & THE BLACK STYLS 77 - DE BONABERI A DOUALA:
Psychedelic makossa rock from Cameroon, with stone groove and wah wah organ. Listen to "Loko la mboa" and "Muboledi". Reissue.
Psychedelic makossa rock from Cameroon, with stone groove and wah wah organ. Listen to "Loko la mboa" and "Muboledi". Reissue.
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NYAHURURU BOYS BAND - NDI WAKU / RACHEL:
"Ndi waku" fast-paced Kikutu benga dancefloor track that takes off in the later part. Lots of marks and scratches, more like G condition (which I can't set due to site issues). Plays with constant crackle but still pretty enjoyable to hear. Kenyan original.
"Ndi waku" fast-paced Kikutu benga dancefloor track that takes off in the later part. Lots of marks and scratches, more like G condition (which I can't set due to site issues). Plays with constant crackle but still pretty enjoyable to hear. Kenyan original.
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NYAHURURU SHARP SHOOTERSMUBARISAI / MUIHOKO MUNENE
WENDO - Kenya Original
7" · VG/M · 90 SEK
IN STOCK
NYAHURURU SHARP SHOOTERS - MUBARISAI / MUIHOKO MUNENE:
Two charming Kikuyu sides! Record has some marks but plays alright. A little label wear/staining. Kenyan original with 3-prong centre.
Two charming Kikuyu sides! Record has some marks but plays alright. A little label wear/staining. Kenyan original with 3-prong centre.
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ODU AFROBEAT ORCHESTRAREVENGE OF THE ONE-EYED...
SAGITTARIUS A-STAR - Italy Original
LP · EX/EX · 1000 SEK
IN STOCK
ODU AFROBEAT ORCHESTRA - REVENGE OF THE ONE-EYED HYENA:
Modern afrobeat from 2010 with 4 long tracks, check "Afrobeat principles #01" (A1) and "No more, no more" (B1). Italian original, this is the edition which comes with animal fur, limited to 26 copies (this is #11). With inserts.
Modern afrobeat from 2010 with 4 long tracks, check "Afrobeat principles #01" (A1) and "No more, no more" (B1). Italian original, this is the edition which comes with animal fur, limited to 26 copies (this is #11). With inserts.
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OJO BALINGO (JUJU MASTER)AFROTUNES BEST OF JUJU ...
BBE - Europe Reissue
LP · M/M · 225 SEK
IN STOCK
OJO BALINGO (JUJU MASTER) - AFROTUNES BEST OF JUJU VOL 2:
Nigerian LP from 1985 with the bubbling club tune "Igbe eiye oloburo"! Well worth checking if you like King Sunny Ade's "Ja funmi". Reissue.
Nigerian LP from 1985 with the bubbling club tune "Igbe eiye oloburo"! Well worth checking if you like King Sunny Ade's "Ja funmi". Reissue.
afro reissues
OMAR EL SHARIYI - ORIENTAL MUSIC:
Sough-after Egyptian LP from '76 featuring synth- and organ-driven instrumental versions of six tracks by Egyptian legend Mohamed Abdel Wahab, check "Etmakhtary Yakhel". Reissue.
Sough-after Egyptian LP from '76 featuring synth- and organ-driven instrumental versions of six tracks by Egyptian legend Mohamed Abdel Wahab, check "Etmakhtary Yakhel". Reissue.
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ORCHESTRA FAUVETTEPAPY NAKOMI KOBANGA / C...
STRANGER OF THE 70S - Kenya Original
7" · NM/M · 90 SEK
IN STOCK
ORCHESTRA FAUVETTE - PAPY NAKOMI KOBANGA / CELINA:
Quality double-header from the group that would later become Safaris Nkoi. Kenyan original, as new copy.
Quality double-header from the group that would later become Safaris Nkoi. Kenyan original, as new copy.
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ORCHESTRE PICOBY-BANDVIKOUE / JO AHI NOU SE
L.A. AUX ECOUTES - Nigeria Original
7" · VG/M · 350 SEK
IN STOCK
ORCHESTRE PICOBY-BAND - VIKOUE / JO AHI NOU SE:
Two great tracks from Beninese band - "Jo Ahi Nou Se" is rough afrobeat with a hypnotic vibe, "Vikoue" on the other side takes a more laidback highlife-style route. Record has a bit of paleness/cloudy pattern (from storage or pressing) and plays slightly hissy/noisy. Also 7 mm scratch mark causing light clicks on "Vikoue". Nigerian original.
Two great tracks from Beninese band - "Jo Ahi Nou Se" is rough afrobeat with a hypnotic vibe, "Vikoue" on the other side takes a more laidback highlife-style route. Record has a bit of paleness/cloudy pattern (from storage or pressing) and plays slightly hissy/noisy. Also 7 mm scratch mark causing light clicks on "Vikoue". Nigerian original.
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OUTER SPACE - NOT EVEN LIGHT / DEAD PLANET:
Accomplished afrobeat/jazz/funk from 2021.
Accomplished afrobeat/jazz/funk from 2021.
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PETER KING - OMO LEWA:
"Ajo" and "Omo Lewa" monster afro/funk tunes! Reissue.
"Ajo" and "Omo Lewa" monster afro/funk tunes! Reissue.
afro reissues
PETER TSOTSI & NASHIL PICHENSUPER GIRL / MY BROTHER...
EQUATOR - Kenya Original
7" · EX/M · 75 SEK
IN STOCK
PETER TSOTSI & NASHIL PICHEN - SUPER GIRL / MY BROTHER EATON:
Sparse, shuffling guitar-led sides. Kenyan original with 3-prong centre.
Sparse, shuffling guitar-led sides. Kenyan original with 3-prong centre.
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RY-CO JAZZ - DANSONS... AVEC LE RY-CO JAZZ:
Delicious Afro-tropical sound from this popular Congolese group. Listen to "Bina charanga" and "Curious story". This copy is the version with track titles in purple print on front cover.
Delicious Afro-tropical sound from this popular Congolese group. Listen to "Bina charanga" and "Curious story". This copy is the version with track titles in purple print on front cover.
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SAFARIS NKOIMAKWELA YA MPASI / KATY...
STRANGER OF THE 70S - Kenya Original
7" · EX/EX · 90 SEK
IN STOCK
SAFARIS NKOI - MAKWELA YA MPASI / KATY MOKE:
Two quality sides with blasting horns. Kenyan original in lovely condition.
Two quality sides with blasting horns. Kenyan original in lovely condition.
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SAFARIS NKOINALEMBI KOKOMBA / OZALI...
STRANGER OF THE 70S - Kenya Original
7" · NM/EX · 90 SEK
IN STOCK
SAFARIS NKOI - NALEMBI KOKOMBA / OZALI WAPI ROZA:
Sweet doublesider with a strong horn section. Kenyan original in as new condition.
Sweet doublesider with a strong horn section. Kenyan original in as new condition.
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