ALI FARKA TOURESPECIAL BIENNALE DU MAL...
SONAFRIC - France Original
LP · VG+/EX · 3300 SEK
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ALI FARKA TOURE - SPECIAL BIENNALE DU MALI - LE JEUNE CHANSONNIER DU MALI / SAF 50020:
Wonderful, deep, bluesy music from Mali. A pleasure from start to finish, check "Foulbe Kede". Record is glossy with a few surface marks and a small scratch that causes a few background crackles on A1. Cover has minor lamination creasing and a tiny sticker on back. French original, SAF 50020.
Wonderful, deep, bluesy music from Mali. A pleasure from start to finish, check "Foulbe Kede". Record is glossy with a few surface marks and a small scratch that causes a few background crackles on A1. Cover has minor lamination creasing and a tiny sticker on back. French original, SAF 50020.
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ALI FARKA TOURE - SAME / SAF 50060:
Another stunning piece of desert blues, this time from 1977. You can pick pretty much any track but start with "Assidou Dondoma". Reissue.
Another stunning piece of desert blues, this time from 1977. You can pick pretty much any track but start with "Assidou Dondoma". Reissue.
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ANON ANON JOSEPH ET L'AUDIORAMA ORCHESTRASAME
ALABI RECORDS - Ivory Coast Original
LP · VG+/VG- · 300 SEK
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ANON ANON JOSEPH ET L'AUDIORAMA ORCHESTRA - SAME:
Ivorian soukous LP with charming, warm vibes through both sides, check "Han Nin Cho Mou Woh Aveu and if you'll like that you'll like the rest as well. Record has some light marks plays a light cloudiness on both sides, plays well with minor distractions only. Cover has general wear and staining, not terrible and still pretty good for a VG-. Ivory Coast original.
Ivorian soukous LP with charming, warm vibes through both sides, check "Han Nin Cho Mou Woh Aveu and if you'll like that you'll like the rest as well. Record has some light marks plays a light cloudiness on both sides, plays well with minor distractions only. Cover has general wear and staining, not terrible and still pretty good for a VG-. Ivory Coast original.
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ASNAKE GEBREYES - AHADU:
Ethiopian album released in 1988 on cassette, and sounds very much like Hailu Mergia & The Walias, now on vinyl for the first time. Highly recommended if you enjoy the African tape sound!
Ethiopian album released in 1988 on cassette, and sounds very much like Hailu Mergia & The Walias, now on vinyl for the first time. Highly recommended if you enjoy the African tape sound!
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BABA COMMANDANT & THE MANDINGO BANDJUGUYA
SUBLIME FREQUENCIES - USA Original
LP · NM/NM · 150 SEK
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BABA COMMANDANT & THE MANDINGO BAND - JUGUYA:
Afro-jazzy LP from 2015, listen to "Djanfa". Top copy in shrink, with insert.
Afro-jazzy LP from 2015, listen to "Djanfa". Top copy in shrink, with insert.
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BLACK SAVAGE - SAME:
Compilation of afro/psych-rock from Kenya with tracks from the mid 70s to early 80s, including one recently sampled by Kanye West... Listen to "Savaged", "Sharpeville" and "Kothbiro".
Compilation of afro/psych-rock from Kenya with tracks from the mid 70s to early 80s, including one recently sampled by Kanye West... Listen to "Savaged", "Sharpeville" and "Kothbiro".
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CHRISTY ESSIENEVER LIKED MY PERSON?
LAGOS INTERNATIONAL - Nigeria Original
LP · VG+/VG · 120 SEK
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CHRISTY ESSIEN - EVER LIKED MY PERSON?:
Nigerian afro disco/pop album from 1981, listen to the uplifting disco number "Ka anyi gba egwu" (has a good percussion break too). Cover has creasing, two tears from opening, sticker mark on front. Nigerian original (probably pressed in the UK for the Nigerian market), this is the green vinyl issue.
Nigerian afro disco/pop album from 1981, listen to the uplifting disco number "Ka anyi gba egwu" (has a good percussion break too). Cover has creasing, two tears from opening, sticker mark on front. Nigerian original (probably pressed in the UK for the Nigerian market), this is the green vinyl issue.
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CLASSIQUE VIBES - SAMAN:
Afro/boogie/reggae from Ghanaian band recorded in Switzerland. A bunch of strong cuts - check "Saman", "Sankofa" and the reggae tune "For You". Clean record, just some really light sleeve hairlines. Cover has 3x2 sticker tear on front but no major issues apart from that, just a little edge wear. Swedish original.
Afro/boogie/reggae from Ghanaian band recorded in Switzerland. A bunch of strong cuts - check "Saman", "Sankofa" and the reggae tune "For You". Clean record, just some really light sleeve hairlines. Cover has 3x2 sticker tear on front but no major issues apart from that, just a little edge wear. Swedish original.
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DAVID WACIUMA & RAPTURE VOICESDEVIL GO / JESU KRISTO
AFRO7 / HOLY GHOST - Europe Reissue
7" · M/M · 120 SEK
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DAVID WACIUMA & RAPTURE VOICES - DEVIL GO / JESU KRISTO:
Fierce and fuzz-heavy gospel/R&B rock out of Kenya. Reissue 7".
Fierce and fuzz-heavy gospel/R&B rock out of Kenya. Reissue 7".
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EBO TAYLOR & THE PELIKANS - SAME:
Possibly the rarest Ebo Taylor LP including the great Ghana funk cuts "Come Along" and "Egya Edu"! 2017 reissue.
Possibly the rarest Ebo Taylor LP including the great Ghana funk cuts "Come Along" and "Egya Edu"! 2017 reissue.
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EDIKANFO - THE PACE SETTERS:
Afro disco/funk LP produced by Brian Eno. Check "Nka boom" & "Gbenta". Don't ignore this just because it's not super rare. Record is clean. Cover has a tiny sawcut and a small sticker residue mark on front (not on photo). US original, EGM 112.
Afro disco/funk LP produced by Brian Eno. Check "Nka boom" & "Gbenta". Don't ignore this just because it's not super rare. Record is clean. Cover has a tiny sawcut and a small sticker residue mark on front (not on photo). US original, EGM 112.
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ETOILE DE NAMACO - LA MAUVAISE POLITIQUE:
Soukous LP from 1980 including the swinging "La mauvaise politique" that covers the entire A-side. Light sleeve marks on record but plays well. Cover has 6 cm split on spine but in fine shape apart from that. French original.
Soukous LP from 1980 including the swinging "La mauvaise politique" that covers the entire A-side. Light sleeve marks on record but plays well. Cover has 6 cm split on spine but in fine shape apart from that. French original.
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ETUBOM REX WILLIAMS & HIS NIGERIAN ARTISTESSAME
PHILIPS - Nigeria Original
LP · VG-/VG · 1100 SEK
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ETUBOM REX WILLIAMS & HIS NIGERIAN ARTISTES - SAME:
Very rare Nigerian LP with the killer psychedelic afro funk cut "Akpaisong" plus the wonderful, laidback highlife number "Uwa Idem Mi"! Rest of the album is a really nice listen too. Record has lots of marks and some lightly feelable scratches but plays suprisingly well with just odd clicks and minor distractions. Cover has wear on edges (a little more on opening), creasing, minor lamination peeling and sticker on back. Nigerian original, Philips 6361 052.
Very rare Nigerian LP with the killer psychedelic afro funk cut "Akpaisong" plus the wonderful, laidback highlife number "Uwa Idem Mi"! Rest of the album is a really nice listen too. Record has lots of marks and some lightly feelable scratches but plays suprisingly well with just odd clicks and minor distractions. Cover has wear on edges (a little more on opening), creasing, minor lamination peeling and sticker on back. Nigerian original, Philips 6361 052.
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FELA ANIKULAPO KUTI - NO AGREEMENT:
Another strong Fela album, listen to the title track to get the idea. Reissue from 2001, in gatefold cover.
Another strong Fela album, listen to the title track to get the idea. Reissue from 2001, in gatefold cover.
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FELA ANIKULAPO KUTI & AFRIKA 70IKOYI BLINDNESS
BARCLAY - France Reissue
LP · VG+/EX · 200 SEK
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FELA ANIKULAPO KUTI & AFRIKA 70 - IKOYI BLINDNESS:
1976 album with a great sound on "Ikoyi blindness"! Cover is not in shrink on this copy. Reissue from 2001.
1976 album with a great sound on "Ikoyi blindness"! Cover is not in shrink on this copy. Reissue from 2001.
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FELA ANIKULAPO KUTI & THE AFRIKA 70LIVE AT KALAKUTA REPUBLIK
BARCLAY - France Reissue
LP · VG+/VG+ · 200 SEK
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FELA ANIKULAPO KUTI & THE AFRIKA 70 - LIVE AT KALAKUTA REPUBLIK:
Top drawer afrobeat LP from 1977. Check "J.J.D. part 2". Gatefold cover is not in shrink on this copy, has some edge wear. Reissue from 1997.
Top drawer afrobeat LP from 1977. Check "J.J.D. part 2". Gatefold cover is not in shrink on this copy, has some edge wear. Reissue from 1997.
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GBOYEGA ADELAJACOLOURFUL ENVIRONMENT
ODION LIVINGSTONE - Nigeria Reissue
LP · M/M · 300 SEK
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GBOYEGA ADELAJA - COLOURFUL ENVIRONMENT:
Nigerian disco funk from 1979 - listen to the title track or "Ere aladun". Reissue.
Nigerian disco funk from 1979 - listen to the title track or "Ere aladun". Reissue.
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GUADELOUPE REFLEXIONSUN JEUDI A L'ARAWAK
DISQUES SOPRAN'N - Japan Reissue
LP · NM/EX · 180 SEK
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GUADELOUPE REFLEXIONS - UN JEUDI A L'ARAWAK:
Afro fusion LP out of Guadeloupe, from 1980. Check the wonderful "Eduardo 3/4" or "Samba Arawak"! No shrink on this copy but still in lovely condition. Reissue.
Afro fusion LP out of Guadeloupe, from 1980. Check the wonderful "Eduardo 3/4" or "Samba Arawak"! No shrink on this copy but still in lovely condition. Reissue.
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HAILU MERGIA - LALA BELU:
The legendary Ethiopian keyboardist's first new album in 15 years - a safe bet if you like his previous releases, check "Addis Nat" and "Gum Gum".
The legendary Ethiopian keyboardist's first new album in 15 years - a safe bet if you like his previous releases, check "Addis Nat" and "Gum Gum".
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J.M. TIM & FOTY - AFRICAN FUNK EXPERIMENTALS 1977-1979:
Jazzy and soulful funk out of Cameroon, from 77-79. Listen to "Douala by night", "Funky Bafoussam" and "Love is light".
Jazzy and soulful funk out of Cameroon, from 77-79. Listen to "Douala by night", "Funky Bafoussam" and "Love is light".
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JO TONGO - AFRICAN FUNK EXPERIMENTALS 1968 - 1982 + 2017:
Compilation of the top tunes by dentist student Jo Tongo, with the great "Jangolo" and "Piani", plus the funkier "Dig it babe" in two parts. Fragile silver cover has some mild creasing.
Compilation of the top tunes by dentist student Jo Tongo, with the great "Jangolo" and "Piani", plus the funkier "Dig it babe" in two parts. Fragile silver cover has some mild creasing.
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JOHNNY BOKELO & L&- STRE CONGA 68 DE JOHN...69 ANNEE DE TRAVAIL / N...
ASL - Kenya Original
7" · VG+/VG+ · 150 SEK
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JOHNNY BOKELO & L'ORCHESTRE CONGA 68 DE JOHNNY B - 69 ANNEE DE TRAVAIL / NAVANDA NDUMBA:
Charming Congolese rumba doublesider, great vibes on both sides! Kenyan original.
Charming Congolese rumba doublesider, great vibes on both sides! Kenyan original.
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LOI TOK TOK EBOMACHAKACHA / MUNGWANA
AFRO7 / ATHI RIVER - Norway Reissue
7" · M/M · 120 SEK
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LOI TOK TOK EBOMA - CHAKACHA / MUNGWANA:
Psychedelic afro funk doublesider out of Nairobi, Kenya! Well-made reissue, comes in beautiful silk screened Afro7 sleeve.
Psychedelic afro funk doublesider out of Nairobi, Kenya! Well-made reissue, comes in beautiful silk screened Afro7 sleeve.
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LOS CAMAROES - RESURRECTION LOS:
Live recorded 1979 LP from Cameroon with a danceable mix of Makossa, Bikutsi and cavacha. Listen to "Resurrection los" and "Belon sala". High quality reissue with a poster-like insert.
Live recorded 1979 LP from Cameroon with a danceable mix of Makossa, Bikutsi and cavacha. Listen to "Resurrection los" and "Belon sala". High quality reissue with a poster-like insert.
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MANSA MUSA - HOLD ON TO THE FAITH:
Deep and heavy Trinidad LP from 1976 with a rootsy island/calypso jazz feel. Listen to "Hold on to the faith", "Beat the drum" (that was on a Madlib mix ages ago) or "Who told you". Reissue.
Deep and heavy Trinidad LP from 1976 with a rootsy island/calypso jazz feel. Listen to "Hold on to the faith", "Beat the drum" (that was on a Madlib mix ages ago) or "Who told you". Reissue.
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MANU DIBANGO - SUPER KUMBA:
"Super Kumba" wicked afro/funk tune. Dancefloor madness! German original.
"Super Kumba" wicked afro/funk tune. Dancefloor madness! German original.
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MANU DIBANGO - SOUL MAKOSSA:
"New bell" and "Soul makossa" killer afro/funk tunes. Light general wear on record, nothing too bad. Some water damage/staining on back. German original.
"New bell" and "Soul makossa" killer afro/funk tunes. Light general wear on record, nothing too bad. Some water damage/staining on back. German original.
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MANU DIBANGO - MAKOSSA MAN:
"Weya" great afro/funk classic. Cover has partial edge wear and a minimal cutout. US original on Atlantic, red/green labels with Rockefeller adress.
"Weya" great afro/funk classic. Cover has partial edge wear and a minimal cutout. US original on Atlantic, red/green labels with Rockefeller adress.
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MANU DIBANGO - BIG BLOW:
Swedish original.
Swedish original.
MARIJATA - PAT THOMAS INTRODUCES MARIATA:
"Mother Africa" monster afro funk. 2018 reissue of rare Ghana original from 1976, pretty much like new copy in shrink.
"Mother Africa" monster afro funk. 2018 reissue of rare Ghana original from 1976, pretty much like new copy in shrink.
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NKOTTI FRANCOIS & THE BLACK STYLS 77DE BONABERI A DOUALA
NANGA BOKO - France Reissue
LP · M/M · 250 SEK
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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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OLATUNJI - ZUNGO - AFRO PERCUSSION:
Exotica/jazz/afro percussion from 1961. Listen to "Ajua". Stamp and small writing on back. US mono original with six-eye label.
Exotica/jazz/afro percussion from 1961. Listen to "Ajua". Stamp and small writing on back. US mono original with six-eye label.
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ORCH. CONGA INTERNATIONALNTUNTI PT. I / PT. II
EDITIONS MBONDA - Kenya Original
7" · VG+/VG+ · 100 SEK
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ORCH. CONGA INTERNATIONAL - NTUNTI PT. I / PT. II:
Nice vibes on this Kenyan 45, I especially like the instrumental part on Pt. II. Record plays a bit noisy from pressing, not very bad. Kenyan original.
Nice vibes on this Kenyan 45, I especially like the instrumental part on Pt. II. Record plays a bit noisy from pressing, not very bad. Kenyan original.
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ORCHESTRE SINZA KOTOKO - 10 ANS D'ANIMATION:
"Best of"-compilation with infectious mid 70s Congolese soukous. French original in fine shape, just one light sleeve scuff.
"Best of"-compilation with infectious mid 70s Congolese soukous. French original in fine shape, just one light sleeve scuff.
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PETER KING - MILIKI SOUND:
Jazzy afro set from 1975 including the driving club tracks "Jo jolo" and "Ijo olomo". Reissue.
Jazzy afro set from 1975 including the driving club tracks "Jo jolo" and "Ijo olomo". Reissue.
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PIERRE ANTOINE - KALABULEY WOMAN:
Two smoking sides of afrobeat from the Ivory Coast with a pretty huge backing band. Reissue. 1 LP, shipping weight as for 2.
Two smoking sides of afrobeat from the Ivory Coast with a pretty huge backing band. Reissue. 1 LP, shipping weight as for 2.
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ROGER ESSE - HELLO FRIENDS:
Cheesy but funky, afro/soca thing recorded in Sweden - listen to "African way". Record looks unplayed. Cover almost excellent. Swedish original.
Cheesy but funky, afro/soca thing recorded in Sweden - listen to "African way". Record looks unplayed. Cover almost excellent. Swedish original.
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SCORPIOS - SAME:
First contemporary release on the Afro7-label featuring a London-based band hailing from Central Sudan. Deep and hypnotic sounds, check "El Sheikh Sairo", "Kirfaya Mosa" and "Saparna".
First contemporary release on the Afro7-label featuring a London-based band hailing from Central Sudan. Deep and hypnotic sounds, check "El Sheikh Sairo", "Kirfaya Mosa" and "Saparna".
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SIR VICTOR UWAIFO - GUITAR-BOY SUPERSTAR 1970-76:
Great Nigerian artist, going from highlife to funk on this Soundway compilation from 2008. Check "Idogo" or "Agho" and keep in mind that the guy built his own guitar at age 12! Records are strong VG+ with some very light sleeve marks.
Great Nigerian artist, going from highlife to funk on this Soundway compilation from 2008. Check "Idogo" or "Agho" and keep in mind that the guy built his own guitar at age 12! Records are strong VG+ with some very light sleeve marks.
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SORY BAMBA DU MALI - SAME:
1979 album ranging from more traditional sounds to synthesizer-spiced disco funk - check "Mayel" and "Kanaga 78"! Reissue of tough original, red vinyl version.
1979 album ranging from more traditional sounds to synthesizer-spiced disco funk - check "Mayel" and "Kanaga 78"! Reissue of tough original, red vinyl version.
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STEVE BLACK - VILLAGE BOOGIE:
1979 Nigerian afro funk/boogie/highlife business with a nice party vibe, and an unusually good afro reggae tune! Listen to "Precious time" and "Step out when you're down".
1979 Nigerian afro funk/boogie/highlife business with a nice party vibe, and an unusually good afro reggae tune! Listen to "Precious time" and "Step out when you're down".
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SURVIVAL - SIMMER DOWN:
Nigerian funk/rock with a psych leaning. Check "Simmer down" & "Survival". Well-made reissue, with insert.
Nigerian funk/rock with a psych leaning. Check "Simmer down" & "Survival". Well-made reissue, with insert.
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TRIO MADJESI & ORCHESTRE SOSOLISO - VOL 1:
Folky early 70s sound, just gorgeous on "Massengo Malingi Yo" and "Madjesi". Very nice copy, just a tiny corner cut and a little rubbing on back. Kenyan original.
Folky early 70s sound, just gorgeous on "Massengo Malingi Yo" and "Madjesi". Very nice copy, just a tiny corner cut and a little rubbing on back. Kenyan original.
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VARIOUS - LONDON IS THE PLACE FOR ME 3:
Compilation of lovely african music from Ambrose Adekoya Campell that moved from Nigeria to the UK. A man who helped spread the African music tradition in Europe & he's been a big influence for the UK jazz scene back in the 60's. This compilation cover his early works & is truly beautiful if you are into rootsy african music.
Compilation of lovely african music from Ambrose Adekoya Campell that moved from Nigeria to the UK. A man who helped spread the African music tradition in Europe & he's been a big influence for the UK jazz scene back in the 60's. This compilation cover his early works & is truly beautiful if you are into rootsy african music.
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VARIOUS - L'AFRIQUE DANSE:
Compilation from 1975 with beautiful Congolese sounds. Listen to Orchestre Cavancha "Okomi kolangua". This copy has a small sticker on front, otherwise in lovely condition.
Compilation from 1975 with beautiful Congolese sounds. Listen to Orchestre Cavancha "Okomi kolangua". This copy has a small sticker on front, otherwise in lovely condition.
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VARIOUS - NIGERIA DISCO FUNK SPECIAL:
Killer Nigerian disco/funk, check Sahara All Stars "Take your soul" and the tracks from Bongos Ikwue and Asiko Rock Group. Records have some sleeve marks, nothing bad. Cover only has a little light edge wear.
Killer Nigerian disco/funk, check Sahara All Stars "Take your soul" and the tracks from Bongos Ikwue and Asiko Rock Group. Records have some sleeve marks, nothing bad. Cover only has a little light edge wear.
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VARIOUS - NEW AFRICA:
Compilation from 1985 with dubby afro tracks from Mandingo ("Harima" on the soundclip) and Manu Dibango, plus Fela's "Government chicken boy" and a few highlife cuts from Toure Kunda. Record is super clean, cover has one creased corner. US original.
Compilation from 1985 with dubby afro tracks from Mandingo ("Harima" on the soundclip) and Manu Dibango, plus Fela's "Government chicken boy" and a few highlife cuts from Toure Kunda. Record is super clean, cover has one creased corner. US original.
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VARIOUS - NO FUNK, NO CHOP:
4 afro disco re-edits on a 12" from 2015 - check "Sekele I like it" on A1. UK original, yellow vinyl.
4 afro disco re-edits on a 12" from 2015 - check "Sekele I like it" on A1. UK original, yellow vinyl.
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VARIOUS - FLEE ISSUE NO 1:
Three tracks of Kenyan Benga music, with edits on the B-side, a silk screened magazine and a ginormous printed cardboard mailer. Listen to C.K. Jazz Band's "Rapar wuon osimbo" and the Africaine 808 edit of "Anyango maggy". Shipping weight as for 2 LPs, will not ship along with other records due to the oversized packaging.
Three tracks of Kenyan Benga music, with edits on the B-side, a silk screened magazine and a ginormous printed cardboard mailer. Listen to C.K. Jazz Band's "Rapar wuon osimbo" and the Africaine 808 edit of "Anyango maggy". Shipping weight as for 2 LPs, will not ship along with other records due to the oversized packaging.
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VARIOUS - HIGHLIFE ON THE MOVE:
The sub-title "Selected Nigerian & Ghanaian recordings from London & Lagos - 1954-66" tells you all you need to know. A great listen throughout, check Bobby Benson's "Niger mambo"! 3 LPs and bonus 7", all in great shape. Cover has one lightly bent corner.
The sub-title "Selected Nigerian & Ghanaian recordings from London & Lagos - 1954-66" tells you all you need to know. A great listen throughout, check Bobby Benson's "Niger mambo"! 3 LPs and bonus 7", all in great shape. Cover has one lightly bent corner.
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