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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

FOLK MUSIC OF EAST AFRI...
PHILIPS - UK Original
LP · VG/VG · 60 SEK

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VARIOUS / GRAHAM HYSLOP - FOLK MUSIC OF EAST AFRICA VOL. 1:
Kenyan field recordings on LP from 1972. Listen to "Siiriri". Cover has some wear and creasing plus writing on back. UK original.
Kenyan field recordings on LP from 1972. Listen to "Siiriri". Cover has some wear and creasing plus writing on back. UK original.
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VARIOUS - CARIBBEAN ISLAND MUSIC:
1972 LP with field recordings of "songs and dances of Haiti, The Dominican Republic & Jamaica". US original, with obi for the Japanese market.
1972 LP with field recordings of "songs and dances of Haiti, The Dominican Republic & Jamaica". US original, with obi for the Japanese market.
afro / tropical / world
PIERRE CLAVER ZENG - SAME:
Gabonese singer on a 1978 album. Small distribution sticker on back cover. French original.
Gabonese singer on a 1978 album. Small distribution sticker on back cover. French original.
afro / tropical / world

CARNIVAL IN PARADISE
CARIB - Bahamas 2nd Pressing
LP · VG+/VG+ · 75 SEK

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VARIOUS / JOHN CHIPPY CHIPMAN'S JUNKANOO DRUMS - CARNIVAL IN PARADISE:
Early 60s album recorded at Nassau's Junkanoo carnival. Bahamas 2nd issue wih black labels.
Early 60s album recorded at Nassau's Junkanoo carnival. Bahamas 2nd issue wih black labels.
afro / tropical / world

NADASAWARA
HIS MASTER... - India Later Pressing
LP · VG+/VG+ · 90 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
VARIOUS - TRILOGY:
3xLP Celluloid comp from 1985 featuring tracks by Fela Kuti, Manu Dibango, Material, Touré Kunda, Golden Palominos, Last Poets and more.
3xLP Celluloid comp from 1985 featuring tracks by Fela Kuti, Manu Dibango, Material, Touré Kunda, Golden Palominos, Last Poets and more.
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TRINIDAD & TOBAGO S...
RCA VI... - Trinidad and Tobago Original
LP · VG+/VG+ · 100 SEK

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VARIOUS - TRINIDAD & TOBAGO STEELBAND MUSIC FESTIVAL VOLUME III - FINALS:
Trinidad & Tobago stereo original, LPS-3044 with black/silver deep groove labels. "Living stereo"-stamp on back cover.
Trinidad & Tobago stereo original, LPS-3044 with black/silver deep groove labels. "Living stereo"-stamp on back cover.
afro / tropical / world

UMA CARTUCHEIRA CHEIA D...
CONSELHO NAC... - Guinea Bissau Original
LP · VG+/VG+ · 100 SEK

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VARIOUS - UMA CARTUCHEIRA CHEIA DE CANCOES:
Guinea-Bissau original.
Guinea-Bissau original.
afro / tropical / world

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.
afro / tropical / world

NIGERIA
SIKY OLUYOLE - Nigeria Original
LP · VG+/VG · 100 SEK

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ALHAJI (CHIEF) SIKIRU AYINDE BARRISTER & HIS SUPREME FUJI COMMANDERS - NIGERIA:
Nigerian original from 1983. Cover has some general wear but nothing too bad.
Nigerian original from 1983. Cover has some general wear but nothing too bad.
afro / tropical / world
EDDIE QUANSAH - CHE CHE KULE:
LP from 1977 with nice afro disco in "Awake" and "Che Che Kule"! UK original.
LP from 1977 with nice afro disco in "Awake" and "Che Che Kule"! UK original.
afro / tropical / world

MUSIQUES BANDA - REPUBL...
DISQUES VOGUE - France Original
LP · EX/VG+ · 120 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.
afro / tropical / world
VARIOUS - BURUNDI - MUSIQUES TRADITIONELLES:
Field recording of traditional music and rhythms from Burundi. Listen to "Chant et arc musical". French later pressing from 1980s.
Field recording of traditional music and rhythms from Burundi. Listen to "Chant et arc musical". French later pressing from 1980s.
afro / tropical / world
OM KALSOUM - SALOU KAOS AL TELLA:
Live album from this huge Egyptian star. Cover has some lamination peel-off. No sticker on this copy, unlike photo. French later pressing from 1980.
Live album from this huge Egyptian star. Cover has some lamination peel-off. No sticker on this copy, unlike photo. French later pressing from 1980.
afro / tropical / world

SUPER NGO-NGO-NGO
GABON MUSIC - France Original
LP · VG+/VG+ · 180 SEK

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COOPÉRATIVE UN POINT UN TRAIT - SUPER NGO-NGO-NGO:
Soukous LP from 1985. Cover has a price tag and a tiny stain on front. French original.
Soukous LP from 1985. Cover has a price tag and a tiny stain on front. French original.
afro / tropical / world

REJOICE
WORLD CIRCUIT - Europe Original
LP · VG+/NM · 200 SEK

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TONY ALLEN & HUGH MASEKELA - REJOICE:
Jazzy vibes on this 2020 album from two musical legends - check "Slow Bones". Cover in shrink with obi (unlike photo). EU original, black vinyl edition.
Jazzy vibes on this 2020 album from two musical legends - check "Slow Bones". Cover in shrink with obi (unlike photo). EU original, black vinyl edition.
afro / tropical / world
PAZY & THE BLACK HIPPIES - WA HO HA:
Nigerian album from 1978. Reissue, top copy in shrink with hype sticker.
Nigerian album from 1978. Reissue, top copy in shrink with hype sticker.
afro reissues
SOLEYA MAMA & LE WAATOO SITA - VOL. 2:
Mid 70s Senegalese sounds featuring kora master Lamine Konté. Nice listening through both sides but the incredibly deep "Bamba Bodian" stands out - awesome tune! Sleeve marks and lines on record, plays ok. Cover has some shelf wear and creasing plus vintage shop sticker on front. French original.
Mid 70s Senegalese sounds featuring kora master Lamine Konté. Nice listening through both sides but the incredibly deep "Bamba Bodian" stands out - awesome tune! Sleeve marks and lines on record, plays ok. Cover has some shelf wear and creasing plus vintage shop sticker on front. French original.
afro / tropical / world

ARMY ARRANGEMENT
CELLULOID - France Original
LP · EX/VG+ · 250 SEK

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FELA ANIKULAPO KUTI / FELA KUTI - ARMY ARRANGEMENT:
One of his last albums, produced by Bill Laswell with his typical dubby sound. The title track is great. French original, with printed inner sleeve.
One of his last albums, produced by Bill Laswell with his typical dubby sound. The title track is great. French original, with printed inner sleeve.
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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

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.
afro reissues


HEAVENLY ETHIOPIQUES - ...
HEAVENLY SWEETNESS - France Reissue
2xLP · VG+/NM · 275 SEK

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VARIOUS - HEAVENLY ETHIOPIQUES - THE BEST OF THE ETHIOPIQUES SERIES:
Four sides of terrific Ethiopian 60s & 70s recordings from Alemayehu Eshete, Mulatu Astatke, Girma Beyene, Mahmoud Ahmed etc. Contains monster tunes as Eshete's "Tashamanaletch" and Wallias Band's "Muziqawi Silt". Nice copy, vinyl is VG+ to EX, cover in shrink with hype sticker.
Four sides of terrific Ethiopian 60s & 70s recordings from Alemayehu Eshete, Mulatu Astatke, Girma Beyene, Mahmoud Ahmed etc. Contains monster tunes as Eshete's "Tashamanaletch" and Wallias Band's "Muziqawi Silt". Nice copy, vinyl is VG+ to EX, cover in shrink with hype sticker.
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". Cover has two creased/bumped corners. No shrink or hype sticker, unlike photo.
Early 90s Sudanese recordings with sharp backing and an irresistible groove. Listen to "Shmasha" or "Agricultural revolution". Cover has two creased/bumped corners. No shrink or hype sticker, unlike photo.
afro / tropical / world

AL HADAOUI
HABIBI FUNK - Germany Original
LP · M/M · 275 SEK

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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".
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".
afro reissues

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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FREE MUSIC - FREE MUSIC (PART 1):
Strong compilation of mid-70s tracks by Libyan band with a folk-infused disco funky sound - check "Hawelt Nensa Ghalaak" and "Ana Qalbi Ehtar"!
Strong compilation of mid-70s tracks by Libyan band with a folk-infused disco funky sound - check "Hawelt Nensa Ghalaak" and "Ana Qalbi Ehtar"!
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
VARIOUS - COSMIC FUSION GEMS FROM FRANCE:
Isle of Jura teams up with French digger Switch Groove for a selection of electronic afro pop, cosmic gwoka and oddball prog rock tunes. Check "Cafe Rete" by Francisco or Carla Music Orchestra's "A Meet With Bond".
Isle of Jura teams up with French digger Switch Groove for a selection of electronic afro pop, cosmic gwoka and oddball prog rock tunes. Check "Cafe Rete" by Francisco or Carla Music Orchestra's "A Meet With Bond".
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VARIOUS - THE FIRST AUSTRALIANS:
1978 compilation featuring both fine folky tunes aswell as didgeridoo solos. Cover has heavy lamination creasing on back. Australian original.
1978 compilation featuring both fine folky tunes aswell as didgeridoo solos. Cover has heavy lamination creasing on back. Australian original.
afro / tropical / world
IBEX BAND - STEREO INSTRUMENTAL MUSIC:
Sole album by Ethiopian band that provided the musical backing for legends such as Mulatu Astatke, Mahmoud Ahmed, Aster Aweke and Tilahun Gessesse. Deep and jazzy instrumental Ethio sounds with a hypnotic vibe - a safe bet if you like Mulatu or Hailu Mergia! Listen to "Yezemed Yebada", "Meleyayet Mot Naw" and "Yenuro Meten'sh'n". This is the first ever vinyl issue of cassette only release from 1976. Well-made remastered release in gatefold cover with liner notes.
Sole album by Ethiopian band that provided the musical backing for legends such as Mulatu Astatke, Mahmoud Ahmed, Aster Aweke and Tilahun Gessesse. Deep and jazzy instrumental Ethio sounds with a hypnotic vibe - a safe bet if you like Mulatu or Hailu Mergia! Listen to "Yezemed Yebada", "Meleyayet Mot Naw" and "Yenuro Meten'sh'n". This is the first ever vinyl issue of cassette only release from 1976. Well-made remastered release in gatefold cover with liner notes.
afro / tropical / world
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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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.
afro reissues


EXPENSIVE SHIT
KNITTING FACTORY RECORDS - USA Reissue
LP · M/M · 350 SEK

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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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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.
afro reissues
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


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.
afro reissues


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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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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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.
afro reissues
VARIOUS - SAFARI SOUVENIR VOLUME 5 - TRIBAL MUSIC FROM KENYA:
Kenyan comp. that's a really nice listen through both sides, check Kajulu Boys Band's "Oyugi Kaska" and Lulus Band's "Wendo Ni Wendo". Nice copy, just mild ring wear and creasing on cover. Kenyan original.
Kenyan comp. that's a really nice listen through both sides, check Kajulu Boys Band's "Oyugi Kaska" and Lulus Band's "Wendo Ni Wendo". Nice copy, just mild ring wear and creasing on cover. Kenyan original.
afro / tropical / world

CONGOLESE FUNK, AFROBEA...
ANALOG AFRICA - Germany Reissue
2xLP · M/M · 375 SEK

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VERCKYS & L'ORCHESTRE VEVE - CONGOLESE FUNK, AFROBEAT & PSYCHEDELIC RUMBA 1969-1978:
11 tracks from this mighty Congolese band. Check clips from the funky "Cheka sana" and "Oui Verckys"!
11 tracks from this mighty Congolese band. Check clips from the funky "Cheka sana" and "Oui Verckys"!
afro reissues
VARIOUS - ANGOLA SOUNDTRACK 2:
Deep Angolan music from the 60s & 70s. Subtitled "Hypnosis, distortion & other sonic innovations", which gives a fair idea of the sound. Check "Avante juventude" by Os Anjos. 2021 repress.
Deep Angolan music from the 60s & 70s. Subtitled "Hypnosis, distortion & other sonic innovations", which gives a fair idea of the sound. Check "Avante juventude" by Os Anjos. 2021 repress.
afro reissues
MOVERS - 1970-1976:
Compilation with 14 tracks by South African band The Movers - mainly groovy organ soul/funk/afro instrumentals but a few vocal tracks as well, check "2nd Avenue" and "Soul Crazy".
Compilation with 14 tracks by South African band The Movers - mainly groovy organ soul/funk/afro instrumentals but a few vocal tracks as well, check "2nd Avenue" and "Soul Crazy".
afro / tropical / world
VARIOUS - NIGERIA SPECIAL: PART 2:
Nigerian funk, jazz, blues & highlife from 1970 to 1976. Massive tracks from The Nigerian Police Force Band, Dan Satch and loads more. Records are VG+ to EX with some light sleeve lines only. Cover in great shape.
Nigerian funk, jazz, blues & highlife from 1970 to 1976. Massive tracks from The Nigerian Police Force Band, Dan Satch and loads more. Records are VG+ to EX with some light sleeve lines only. Cover in great shape.
afro / tropical / world

CHURCH OF KIDANE MEHRET
MISSISSIPPI RECORDS - USA Reissue
LP · M/M · 400 SEK

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EMAHOY TSEGE MARAM GEBRU - CHURCH OF KIDANE MEHRET:
Deeply spiritual and entrancing compositions by this Ethiopian nun and pianist. Compilation featuring tracks from her ultra-rare 1972 LP on Church of Kidane Mehret, plus two additional unreleased piano recordings. Listen to "Spring Ode" or "Ave Maria".
Deeply spiritual and entrancing compositions by this Ethiopian nun and pianist. Compilation featuring tracks from her ultra-rare 1972 LP on Church of Kidane Mehret, plus two additional unreleased piano recordings. Listen to "Spring Ode" or "Ave Maria".
afro reissues
TUMBLACK - SAME:
"Caraiba" and "Chunga Funk" afro/tropical disco sureshots! 2025 remastered reissue.
"Caraiba" and "Chunga Funk" afro/tropical disco sureshots! 2025 remastered reissue.
afro reissues
VARIOUS - ROOTS ROCKING ZIMBABWE (THE MODERN SOUND OF HARARE TOWNSHIPS 1975-1980):
Highlife, funk, afrobeat etc out of Zimbabwe. Great listening throughout Iif this floats your boat - check The Acid Band's "Chiiko Chinotinetsa"!
Highlife, funk, afrobeat etc out of Zimbabwe. Great listening throughout Iif this floats your boat - check The Acid Band's "Chiiko Chinotinetsa"!
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SOULJAZZ ORCHESTRA - MANIFESTO:
Afrobeat from 2009 with two hot Fela-style tracks in "Parasite" and "Interested benevolence". Also a few slower, jazzier cuts. VInyl is nice shape, VG+ to EX. Cover is low VG+ due to edge wear. Canadian original.
Afrobeat from 2009 with two hot Fela-style tracks in "Parasite" and "Interested benevolence". Also a few slower, jazzier cuts. VInyl is nice shape, VG+ to EX. Cover is low VG+ due to edge wear. Canadian original.
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