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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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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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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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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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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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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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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

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"!
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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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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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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.
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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
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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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.
afro / tropical / world
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

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

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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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LEON KEITA - SAME:
Compilation featuring 5 long tracks by Malian artist Leon Keita culled from his rare LPs. Very nice listening through both sides, but the real standout is "Dakan Sate, Korotoumi" - deep and awesome tune! Limited release in silkscreen printed cover.
Compilation featuring 5 long tracks by Malian artist Leon Keita culled from his rare LPs. Very nice listening through both sides, but the real standout is "Dakan Sate, Korotoumi" - deep and awesome tune! Limited release in silkscreen printed cover.
afro / tropical / world
LES VETERANS - WA DUG MA:
Early 80s soukous sounds from Cameroon - listen to "Nlongkak". Record has some light marks, nothing major but the pressing is slightly noisy. Cover has partial edge wear and a creased corner. French original.
Early 80s soukous sounds from Cameroon - listen to "Nlongkak". Record has some light marks, nothing major but the pressing is slightly noisy. Cover has partial edge wear and a creased corner. French original.
afro / tropical / world

CHINA: SHANTUNG FOLK MU...
NONESUCH - USA Later Pressing
LP · EX/VG+ · 60 SEK

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LU-SHENG ENSEMBLE - CHINA: SHANTUNG FOLK MUSIC & TRADITIONAL INSTRUMENTAL PIECES:
US later pressing. Cover has tiny top split.
US later pressing. Cover has tiny top split.
afro / tropical / world
MAHA - ORKOS:
The only solo album by Cairo Jazz Band vocalist Maha, with production by Hany Shenoda of Al Massrieen. Recorded in 1979 and originally released on cassette only, listen to "Orkos" and "Kabl Ma Nessallem We Nemshy".
The only solo album by Cairo Jazz Band vocalist Maha, with production by Hany Shenoda of Al Massrieen. Recorded in 1979 and originally released on cassette only, listen to "Orkos" and "Kabl Ma Nessallem We Nemshy".
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A PAS DE GEANT
KABA DISQUES - France Original
LP · VG+/VG+ · 300 SEK

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MAMADI DIABATE & LES AMBASSADEURS - A PAS DE GEANT:
Strong LP from Malian artist Mamadi Diabate - the hypnotic "Moriba Kaba" is superb! Side B label is a bit stained. Cover has light wear and bumped corners. French original.
Strong LP from Malian artist Mamadi Diabate - the hypnotic "Moriba Kaba" is superb! Side B label is a bit stained. Cover has light wear and bumped corners. French original.
afro / tropical / world
MANDINGO - WATTO SITTA:
Bill Laswell-produced electro afro featuring Herbie Hancock on DX-7 on "Harima" and "Dewgal". French original, blue labels version.
Bill Laswell-produced electro afro featuring Herbie Hancock on DX-7 on "Harima" and "Dewgal". French original, blue labels version.
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MANDINGO GRIOT SOCIETY - MIGHTY RHYTHM:
Afro/fusion with Maulawi Nururdin and Hamid Drake a.o., check "Festival On Crazy Street". Clean copy in shrink except for some tearing and bits of paper stuck on side 2 label. US original.
Afro/fusion with Maulawi Nururdin and Hamid Drake a.o., check "Festival On Crazy Street". Clean copy in shrink except for some tearing and bits of paper stuck on side 2 label. US original.
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ETHIO JAZZ
HEAVENLY SWEETNESS - France Reissue
LP · M/M · 275 SEK

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MULATU ASTATKE FEATURING FEKADE AMDE MASKAL - ETHIO JAZZ:
Ethiopian musician Mulatu Astatke did some incredible music in the late 60s and early 70s. 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 60s and early 70s. 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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VOL. II
AWESOME TAPES FROM AFRICA - USA Reissue
LP · M/M · 325 SEK

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NA HAWA DOUMBIA / NAHAWA DOUMBIA - VOL. II:
Terrific Malinese record from 1982 - just four long tracks, all with that deep and hypnotic Malian sound, check "Sakoro Mery" and "Demisen Kulu". Reissue.
Terrific Malinese record from 1982 - just four long tracks, all with that deep and hypnotic Malian sound, check "Sakoro Mery" and "Demisen Kulu". Reissue.
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NGOZI FAMILY - 45,000 VOLTS:
Zamrock from 1977 with Paul Ngozi & co. Listen to the Tyler, The Creator sample "Nizakupanga Ngozi"! 2025 reissue.
Zamrock from 1977 with Paul Ngozi & co. Listen to the Tyler, The Creator sample "Nizakupanga Ngozi"! 2025 reissue.
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NUBIYAN TWIST - JUNGLE RUN:
2nd album from 2019 by UK outfit mixing afrobeat, soul, r&b and jazz/fusion, check "Basa Basa". With booklet.
2nd album from 2019 by UK outfit mixing afrobeat, soul, r&b and jazz/fusion, check "Basa Basa". With booklet.
afro / tropical / world
OLATUNJI - MORE DRUMS OF PASSION:
Later US pressing with red labels/yellow logos. CBS-stickers on front and back cover + labels. Cover has ring and edge wear + small round sticker on front (not on website photo).
Later US pressing with red labels/yellow logos. CBS-stickers on front and back cover + labels. Cover has ring and edge wear + small round sticker on front (not on website photo).
afro / tropical / world

U.N. (UNITED NONSENSE)
BELIEVE! INTERNATIONAL - Sweden Original
LP · M/M · 300 SEK

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OLUMO SOUNDZ - U.N. (UNITED NONSENSE):
Fine debut album by Swedish afrobeat group with an infectious groove and pure Fela-vibe, just check "Sunday Jump" and "Wahala Dey Come"!
Fine debut album by Swedish afrobeat group with an infectious groove and pure Fela-vibe, just check "Sunday Jump" and "Wahala Dey Come"!
afro / tropical / world
ORCHESTRE LES WANYIKA - NILIPI LA AJABU:
1988 album by Kenya-based group led by Prof. Omari Shabani and John Ngereza. Nice sound throughout with four long tracks, all starting mellow and taking off a bit in - check "Afro"! Record close to EX grading, just a few sleeve marks and mild paleness from storage, plays alright. Small tear on side 1 label (at spindlehole). Cover in fine shape except for a minor price tag mark with a couple of tear dots on front top right. Vintage shop sticker on back cover. Kenyan original.
1988 album by Kenya-based group led by Prof. Omari Shabani and John Ngereza. Nice sound throughout with four long tracks, all starting mellow and taking off a bit in - check "Afro"! Record close to EX grading, just a few sleeve marks and mild paleness from storage, plays alright. Small tear on side 1 label (at spindlehole). Cover in fine shape except for a minor price tag mark with a couple of tear dots on front top right. Vintage shop sticker on back cover. Kenyan original.
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