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AFRICA DJOLE - PERCUSSION MUSIC FROM AFRICA:
Traditional sounds from Guinean percussion quartet, released on the legendary free jazz-label FMP! Listen to "Oumma Aularesso". Soft sleeve marks, plays ok. Cover has wear and creases around edges plus 4 cm split top seam center. German 2nd pressing with LC-code on back cover.
Traditional sounds from Guinean percussion quartet, released on the legendary free jazz-label FMP! Listen to "Oumma Aularesso". Soft sleeve marks, plays ok. Cover has wear and creases around edges plus 4 cm split top seam center. German 2nd pressing with LC-code on back cover.
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AHMED BEN ALI - SUBHANA:
Libyan reggae styles (though you get some more traditional North African sounds as well). Listen to "Subhana" or "Damek Majeeb".
Libyan reggae styles (though you get some more traditional North African sounds as well). Listen to "Subhana" or "Damek Majeeb".
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AHMED MALEK - MUSIQUE ORIGINALE DE FILMS:
Amazing compilation of works by Algerian soundtrack composer Ahmed Malek, covering everything from sleazy JP Mirouze-style grooves to bossa and funky eastern sounds with big strings. Listen to "Tikjda", "La ville" and "La ville part 2".
Amazing compilation of works by Algerian soundtrack composer Ahmed Malek, covering everything from sleazy JP Mirouze-style grooves to bossa and funky eastern sounds with big strings. Listen to "Tikjda", "La ville" and "La ville part 2".
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AL MASSRIEEN - MODERN MUSIC:
Egyptian mix of pop/disco/AOR but with that distinctive Arabic touch. Listen to "Sah" or "Men awel deqiqa". Compilation of material originally released on cassette only.
Egyptian mix of pop/disco/AOR but with that distinctive Arabic touch. Listen to "Sah" or "Men awel deqiqa". Compilation of material originally released on cassette only.
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ALAIN DANIÉLOU - CAMBODIA:
German original, with booklet.
German original, with booklet.
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INDIA II - MUSIC OF THE...
BÄRENREITER-MUSIC... - Germany Original
LP · VG+/VG · 100 SEK

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ALAIN DANIÉLOU - INDIA II - MUSIC OF THE DANCE AND THEATRE OF SOUTH INDIA:
German original, with booklet. Cover has bent corner.
German original, with booklet. Cover has bent corner.
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INDIA I - VEDIC RECITAT...
BÄRENREITER-MUSIC... - Germany Original
LP · VG+/VG+ · 120 SEK

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ALAIN DANIELOU - INDIA I - VEDIC RECITATION AND CHANT:
German original, with booklet. No sticker on this copy, unlike photo.
German original, with booklet. No sticker on this copy, unlike photo.
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BECHAYANE TEGODAHU / TE...
AMHA RECORDS - Ethiopia Original
7 · VG/Gen · 1600 SEK

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ALEMAYEHU ESHETE - BECHAYANE TEGODAHU / TEREDECHEWALEHU:
"Bechayane Tegodahu" scorching Ethio funk! Flipside "Teredechewalehu" is on a more mellow and folkloristic tip but with a deep sound and very nice too. Vinyl is more or less free from marks and scuffs but has a cloudy pattern on side A, side B looks better but both sides play a bit noisy (pressing is low so some of the noise is pressing related). Ethiopian original, this is the Lebanon-made version without pic sleeve.
"Bechayane Tegodahu" scorching Ethio funk! Flipside "Teredechewalehu" is on a more mellow and folkloristic tip but with a deep sound and very nice too. Vinyl is more or less free from marks and scuffs but has a cloudy pattern on side A, side B looks better but both sides play a bit noisy (pressing is low so some of the noise is pressing related). Ethiopian original, this is the Lebanon-made version without pic sleeve.
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ETHIOPIAN URBAN MODERN ...
HEAVENLY SWEETNESS - France Reissue
LP · M/M · 275 SEK

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ALEMAYEHU ESHETE - ETHIOPIAN URBAN MODERN MUSIC VOL. 2:
Stunning Ethio jazz/funk sides by this Ethiopian singer - check "Feqer Feqer New" and "Tashamanaletch" to start with, but the whole compilation comes recommended!
Stunning Ethio jazz/funk sides by this Ethiopian singer - check "Feqer Feqer New" and "Tashamanaletch" to start with, but the whole compilation comes recommended!
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ANNARELLA & DJANGO - JOUER:
Beautiful and hypnotic sound on 2024 album by Swedish flautist Annarella Sörlin and Malian ngoni master Django Diabaté. Listen to "Dakar-Örebro" and "Sarajalela".
Beautiful and hypnotic sound on 2024 album by Swedish flautist Annarella Sörlin and Malian ngoni master Django Diabaté. Listen to "Dakar-Örebro" and "Sarajalela".
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ARAYA'S FAMILY - SAME / AE 630:
Scarce Ethiopian pic sleeve 45 with 4 tracks in the religous vein, listen to "Engeda Negne Ene". Vinyl in fine shape, pic sleeve has some creasing, small splits and tiny writing on front. Ethiopian original (made in Lebanon).
Scarce Ethiopian pic sleeve 45 with 4 tracks in the religous vein, listen to "Engeda Negne Ene". Vinyl in fine shape, pic sleeve has some creasing, small splits and tiny writing on front. Ethiopian original (made in Lebanon).
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MUSIQUES BANDA - REPUBL...
DISQUES VOGUE - France Original
LP · EX/VG+ · 150 SEK

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BANDA - S. AROM / G. DOURNON-TAURELLE - MUSIQUES BANDA - REPUBLIQUE CENTRAFRICAINE:
"Trompes Traversières Appariées" - nice piece with instruments reserved for the water spirit Eyelede. French original, with booklet. No sticker on this copy, unlike photo.
"Trompes Traversières Appariées" - nice piece with instruments reserved for the water spirit Eyelede. French original, with booklet. No sticker on this copy, unlike photo.
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ALL I WANT IS YOUR LOVE...
TREX RECORDS - Barbados Original
7 · VG+/VG · 120 SEK

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BARBARA FING - ALL I WANT IS YOUR LOVE / FOR THE CHILDREN:
1979 45 out of Barbados with the soca cut "For The Children", and the reggae track "All I Want Is Your Love" on the flip. Old shop stamp on both labels. Barbados original, green label issue. Comes in WIRL sleeve (a bit torn and with old shop stamp).
1979 45 out of Barbados with the soca cut "For The Children", and the reggae track "All I Want Is Your Love" on the flip. Old shop stamp on both labels. Barbados original, green label issue. Comes in WIRL sleeve (a bit torn and with old shop stamp).
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BERBERES - MUSIQUE BERBERE DU HAUT-ATLAS:
Berber music recordings from 1964-1970. Check "Tb'Iyd'A" and "Ahwach". No sticker on this copy, unlike photo. French original.
Berber music recordings from 1964-1970. Check "Tb'Iyd'A" and "Ahwach". No sticker on this copy, unlike photo. French original.
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BOMBENGA - MOBALE / COLOSSABE:
Excellent and very scarce Congolese rumba by Jeannot Bombenga, accompanied by Nico's Orchestre African Jazz. Disc has scuff marks all over, but plays much enjoyably. Congolese original.
Excellent and very scarce Congolese rumba by Jeannot Bombenga, accompanied by Nico's Orchestre African Jazz. Disc has scuff marks all over, but plays much enjoyably. Congolese original.
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BORDER-LAND'S SONG...
DIHAVINA - Vietnam Original
7 · EX/VG+ · 120 SEK

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CHORUS OF THE POPULAR ARMY - BORDER-LAND'S SONG (VIETNAM):
Label side B has some lamination fraying. Vietnamese original in pic sleeve.
Label side B has some lamination fraying. Vietnamese original in pic sleeve.
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MUHAMMAD ALI IN THE RIN...
SUPER RECORDS - Panama Original
7 · VG-/M · 300 SEK

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COTI WORRELL Y SU ORQUESTA - MUHAMMAD ALI IN THE RING / STAND IN LINE:
Scarce Panama 45 with two instant hit sides. Record has lots of surface wear but no terrible marks, plays pretty decent with some background crackle and pop. The pressing is loud, so the music powers through well. Writing on labels. Panama original.
Scarce Panama 45 with two instant hit sides. Record has lots of surface wear but no terrible marks, plays pretty decent with some background crackle and pop. The pressing is loud, so the music powers through well. Writing on labels. Panama original.
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D.O.7. SHIRATI JAZZ - ROSE ATIENO:
Solid 1988 album by this very popular Kenyan group, check "Atila Min Jopesa". Clean record, cover in fine shape too save for 7 cm split on bottom seam center. Kenyan original.
Solid 1988 album by this very popular Kenyan group, check "Atila Min Jopesa". Clean record, cover in fine shape too save for 7 cm split on bottom seam center. Kenyan original.
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DALTON - ALECH / SOUL BROTHER:
Tunisian funk/soul tracks on rare 45 from 1978, "Alech" is especially great! 2024 reissue.
Tunisian funk/soul tracks on rare 45 from 1978, "Alech" is especially great! 2024 reissue.
afro / tropical / world

LA DIFERENCIA EDITS
NOT ON LABEL - Netherlands 2nd Pressing
12 · M/M · 180 SEK

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DANIEL DIMBAS / LA DIFERENCIA - LA DIFERENCIA EDITS:
Two carribbean disco scorchers re-edited by Antal and Palms Trax! Repress of 2024.
Two carribbean disco scorchers re-edited by Antal and Palms Trax! Repress of 2024.
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DEBEN BHATTACHARYA - BALI-JAVA:
French later pressing. Cover has a few tiny stains on front (not in photo).
French later pressing. Cover has a few tiny stains on front (not in photo).
afro / tropical / world

ILU OYINBO DARA / BOUNC...
PHILIPS WEST AFRIC... - Nigeria Original
7 · VG+/VG+ · 700 SEK

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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).
afro / tropical / world

AFRICAN FUNK EXPERIMENT...
AFRICA SEVEN - Europe Original
LP · EX/EX · 225 SEK

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EKAMBI BRILLANT - AFRICAN FUNK EXPERIMENTALS 1975-1982:
Compilation of 70s/80s material from this Cameroonian artist. Check the funky gem "Aboki"!
Compilation of 70s/80s material from this Cameroonian artist. Check the funky gem "Aboki"!
afro / tropical / world

SENEGAL
MUSIQUE DU MONDE - France Original
LP · EX/VG+ · 90 SEK

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ENSEMBLE NATIONAL DES BALLETS DU SÉNÉGAL - SENEGAL:
French original, gatefold sleeve with booklet.
French original, gatefold sleeve with booklet.
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ERNESTO DJEDJE - ROI DU ZIGLIBITHY:
Well-sounding compilation 12" featuring four dancefloor friendly tracks from 1977-82 by Ivorian star Ernesto Djédjé, check "Ziglibithiens" and "Nini".
Well-sounding compilation 12" featuring four dancefloor friendly tracks from 1977-82 by Ivorian star Ernesto Djédjé, check "Ziglibithiens" and "Nini".
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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.
afro reissues
FANTASTIC TCHICO - AFRO FESTIVAL / MÉDITATION:
Congolese artits Pambou "Tchico" Tchicaya on an early 80s album. Nice vibe throughout, I especially like "Meditation". Cover has 9+7 cm splits on bottom seam. US original.
Congolese artits Pambou "Tchico" Tchicaya on an early 80s album. Nice vibe throughout, I especially like "Meditation". Cover has 9+7 cm splits on bottom seam. US original.
afro / tropical / world

OVERTAKE DON OVERTAKE O...
KNITTING FACTORY - Europe Reissue
LP · M/M · 275 SEK

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FELA ANIKULAPO KUTI & EGYPT '80 - OVERTAKE DON OVERTAKE OVERTAKE:
Fela still in fine form in '89, featuring the title track in two long parts across both sides. Reissue from 2024, green vinyl.
Fela still in fine form in '89, featuring the title track in two long parts across both sides. Reissue from 2024, green vinyl.
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KALAKUTA SHOW
KNITTING FACTORY REC... - Europe Reissue
LP · M/M · 350 SEK

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FELA KUTI / FELA & AFRICA 70 - KALAKUTA SHOW:
Another killer LP with two long, powerful afrobeat tracks - "Kalakuta Show" and "Don't Make Ganran Ganran". Reissue, blue vinyl.
Another killer LP with two long, powerful afrobeat tracks - "Kalakuta Show" and "Don't Make Ganran Ganran". Reissue, blue vinyl.
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NOISE FOR VENDOR MOUTH
KNITTING FACTORY REC... - Europe Reissue
LP · M/M · 350 SEK

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FELA KUTI / FELA & AFRICA 70 - NOISE FOR VENDOR MOUTH:
Another killer Fela LP with two sidelong tracks - the great title track and the equally good "Mattress" on the flip. Reissue, red vinyl.
Another killer Fela LP with two sidelong tracks - the great title track and the equally good "Mattress" on the flip. Reissue, red vinyl.
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BEASTS OF NO NATION
KNITTING FACTORY RECORDS - USA Reissue
LP · M/M · 350 SEK

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FELA KUTI / FELA & EGYPT 80 - BEASTS OF NO NATION:
1989 album with the slow and great title track in vocal and instrumental version! Reissue.
1989 album with the slow and great title track in vocal and instrumental version! Reissue.
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SHAKARA
KNITTING FACTORY RECORDS - USA Reissue
LP · M/M · 350 SEK

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FELA KUTI / FELA & THE AFRICA 70 - SHAKARA:
The afrobeat masterpiece "Shakara Oloje" b/w the slower but equally great "Lady" = essential album. Reissue.
The afrobeat masterpiece "Shakara Oloje" b/w the slower but equally great "Lady" = essential album. Reissue.
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NO AGREEMENT
KNITTING FACTORY RECORDS - USA Reissue
LP · M/M · 350 SEK

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FELA KUTI / FELA ANIKULAPO KUTI & AFRIKA 70 - NO AGREEMENT:
Another strong Fela album, this one from 1977. Check the title track to get the idea. Reissue.
Another strong Fela album, this one from 1977. Check the title track to get the idea. Reissue.
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MUSIC OF MANY COLOURS
KNITTING FACTORY RECORDS - USA Reissue
LP · M/M · 350 SEK

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FELA KUTI / FELA ANIKULAPO 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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UNDERGROUND SYSTEM
KNITTING FACTORY REC... - Europe Reissue
LP · VG+/EX · 250 SEK

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FELA KUTI / FELA ANIKULAPO-KUTI & EGYPT 80 - UNDERGROUND SYSTEM:
Fela & Egypt 80 in 1992 with two sidelong tracks: "Underground System" and "Pansa Pansa". Reissue.
Fela & Egypt 80 in 1992 with two sidelong tracks: "Underground System" and "Pansa Pansa". Reissue.
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EXCUSE O
KNITTING FACTORY REC... - Europe Reissue
LP · M/M · 350 SEK

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FELA KUTI / FELA RANSOME KUTI & THE AFRICA 70 - EXCUSE O:
1976 album with the uptempo and driving "Excuse O" and the more laidback "Mr Grammarticalogy-Lisationalsim Is The Boss". Reissue, orange vinyl.
1976 album with the uptempo and driving "Excuse O" and the more laidback "Mr Grammarticalogy-Lisationalsim Is The Boss". Reissue, orange vinyl.
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WHY BLACK MAN DEY SUFFER
KNITTING FACTORY REC... - Europe Reissue
LP · EX/EX · 300 SEK

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FELA KUTI / FELA RANSOME-KUTI & THE AFRICA 70 WITH GINGER BAKER - WHY BLACK MAN DEY SUFFER:
1971 Fela-album with two long cuts, both absolutely awesome but "Ikoyi Mentality Versus Mushin Mentality" is probably my favourite! Cover has a lightly creased corner. Reissue, yellow transparent vinyl.
1971 Fela-album with two long cuts, both absolutely awesome but "Ikoyi Mentality Versus Mushin Mentality" is probably my favourite! Cover has a lightly creased corner. Reissue, yellow transparent vinyl.
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WHY BLACK MAN DEY SUFFER
KNITTING FACTORY REC... - Europe Reissue
LP · M/M · 350 SEK

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FELA KUTI / FELA RANSOME-KUTI & THE AFRICA 70 WITH GINGER BAKER - WHY BLACK MAN DEY SUFFER:
1971 Fela-album with two long cuts, both absolutely awesome but "Ikoyi Mentality Versus Mushin Mentality" is probably my favourite! Reissue, yellow transparent vinyl. Reissue, yellow transparent vinyl.
1971 Fela-album with two long cuts, both absolutely awesome but "Ikoyi Mentality Versus Mushin Mentality" is probably my favourite! Reissue, yellow transparent vinyl. Reissue, yellow transparent vinyl.
afro reissues
FEMI KUTI - FIGHT TO WIN:
Solid afro sounds from master Fela's son in 2001, check "Do Your Best" and "Fight To Win". French original, includes printed inner sleeves.
Solid afro sounds from master Fela's son in 2001, check "Do Your Best" and "Fight To Win". French original, includes printed inner sleeves.
afro / tropical / world

SNOW CONE / NO BIRTH CO...
NATION... - Trinidad and Tobago Original
7 · VG/Gen · 200 SEK

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FRANKIE FRANCIS ORCHESTRA - SNOW CONE / NO BIRTH CONTROL:
Two Trinidadian calypso sides. Vinyl looks more or less unplayed but is pale and has storage marks, plays with hiss and background crackle. Trinidad & Tobago original.
Two Trinidadian calypso sides. Vinyl looks more or less unplayed but is pale and has storage marks, plays with hiss and background crackle. Trinidad & Tobago original.
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GEORGE DANQUAH - HOT AND JUMPY:
Afro-tropical/reggae/funk set from 1978 - listen to "Just for a moment" and "Mese medo no". Reissue, black vinyl edition, hand-numbered on back.
Afro-tropical/reggae/funk set from 1978 - listen to "Just for a moment" and "Mese medo no". Reissue, black vinyl edition, hand-numbered on back.
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ROI DE L'AGBADJA M...
ANALOG AFRICA - Germany Reissue
2xLP · M/M · 400 SEK

JUST SOLD
GNONNAS PEDRO & HIS DADJES BAND - ROI DE L'AGBADJA MODERNE:
Four sides of great, and varied, sounds from this Beninese artist - check "Azo Nkplon Doun Nde" or "Dadge Von O Von Non 83"!
Four sides of great, and varied, sounds from this Beninese artist - check "Azo Nkplon Doun Nde" or "Dadge Von O Von Non 83"!
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PIONEER WORKS SWING (LIVE)
AWESOME TAPES FROM AFR... - USA Original
LP · M/M · 250 SEK

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HAILU MERGIA - PIONEER WORKS SWING (LIVE):
The Ethiopian legend captured live in fine form together with his trio in 2016! Check "Yegle Nesh" and "Yetewat Hilm".
The Ethiopian legend captured live in fine form together with his trio in 2016! Check "Yegle Nesh" and "Yetewat Hilm".
afro / tropical / world
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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K.K.'S NO 2 BAND - VOICES SUPREME:
Ghanaian highlife with A.K. Yeboah & his band - nice listening through both sides with "Womma Menya Me Kyefa" and "Ankoben Nana" standing out for me. LOTS of marks and some scratches on record, still quite enjoyable with fairly mild background crackle and occassional ticks. Writing on both labels. Cover has heavy wear/aging, water damage (staining) on lower part, edge splits and small rips, writing front and back. Ghanaian original.
Ghanaian highlife with A.K. Yeboah & his band - nice listening through both sides with "Womma Menya Me Kyefa" and "Ankoben Nana" standing out for me. LOTS of marks and some scratches on record, still quite enjoyable with fairly mild background crackle and occassional ticks. Writing on both labels. Cover has heavy wear/aging, water damage (staining) on lower part, edge splits and small rips, writing front and back. Ghanaian original.
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K.O.G. - DON'T TAKE MY SOUL:
Modern day afrobeat-ish sounds by Ghana-born, UK-based artist Kweku Sackey a.k.a. Kweku of Ghana. Check "Don't Take My Soul".
Modern day afrobeat-ish sounds by Ghana-born, UK-based artist Kweku Sackey a.k.a. Kweku of Ghana. Check "Don't Take My Soul".
afro / tropical / world
KAMAL KEILA - MUSLIMS AND CHRISTIANS:
Early 90s Sudanese recordings with sharp backing and an irresistible groove. Listen to "Shmasha" or "Agricultural revolution".
Early 90s Sudanese recordings with sharp backing and an irresistible groove. Listen to "Shmasha" or "Agricultural revolution".
afro / tropical / world

NADASAWARA
HIS MASTER... - India Later Pressing
LP · VG+/VG+ · 120 SEK

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KARUKURICHI P. ARUNACHALAM - NADASAWARA:
Indian Classical/Carnatic album from 1964. Listen to "Chakkani Raja". Record has a mild warp, plays fine on our equipment. Indian later pressing from the 70s.
Indian Classical/Carnatic album from 1964. Listen to "Chakkani Raja". Record has a mild warp, plays fine on our equipment. Indian later pressing from the 70s.
afro / tropical / world

MAPENZI NI HATARI PT. 1...
MWEWE KIPANGA - Kenya Original
7 · VG+/Gen · 225 SEK

NEW IN STOCK
KILIMAMBOGO BROTHERS - MAPENZI NI HATARI PT. 1 / PT. 2:
Kenyan group with a nice benga track that takes of in part 2! Kenyan original, solid copy with intact center.
Kenyan group with a nice benga track that takes of in part 2! Kenyan original, solid copy with intact center.
afro / tropical / world

SEARCHING FOR MY LOVE
SUNNY ALADE - Nigeria Original
LP · VG+/VG · 150 SEK

NEW IN STOCK
KING SUNNY ADE & HIS AFRICAN BEATS - SEARCHING FOR MY LOVE:
Lovely album from 1980 on his own label. Cover on this copy some tears, rips and pieces of paper stuck front and back (unlike website photo), not too bad plus distribution sticker on back. Nigerian original.
Lovely album from 1980 on his own label. Cover on this copy some tears, rips and pieces of paper stuck front and back (unlike website photo), not too bad plus distribution sticker on back. Nigerian original.
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