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VARIOUS - MUSIK FRÅN VÄSTINDIEN: SMÅ ANTILLERNA:
2LP comp from 1977.
2LP comp from 1977.
afro / tropical / world
AHMADU JARR - EN DAG I AFRIKA:
"Bassi" & "Temne" chant-and-drum tracks, and "African time" is nice as well. Cover has minor wear. Owner name written on front, dedication from the artist written on back. Swedish original.
"Bassi" & "Temne" chant-and-drum tracks, and "African time" is nice as well. Cover has minor wear. Owner name written on front, dedication from the artist written on back. Swedish 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

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.
afro / tropical / world
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 - DECOUVREZ L'AFGHANISTAN:
French original.
French original.
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.
afro reissues

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

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
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.
afro reissues
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

WONKA MMA WO NNTE
RANS RECORDS - Canada Original
LP · VG+/EX · 150 SEK

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NANA AMPADU'S AFRICAN BROTHERS BAND INT - WONKA MMA WO NNTE:
Highlife from 1989. Canadian original in shrink.
Highlife from 1989. Canadian original in shrink.
afro / tropical / world
ATANGANA PASCAL - YE MOT AI KARE MOT:
Soukous rarity from 1979. Reissue made in 300 copies, including a bonus track. With insert and poster.
Soukous rarity from 1979. Reissue made in 300 copies, including a bonus track. With insert and poster.
afro reissues
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
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
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
VARIOUS - DIGITAL KABAR:
Compilation of cooking dance grooves out of La Réunion. Check Boogzbrown "Timbila" and the absolutely throbbing "Gardien Volcan" by Sheitan Brothers. Only some light sleeve marks, looks and plays fine. Cover in shrink. Includes printed inners.
Compilation of cooking dance grooves out of La Réunion. Check Boogzbrown "Timbila" and the absolutely throbbing "Gardien Volcan" by Sheitan Brothers. Only some light sleeve marks, looks and plays fine. Cover in shrink. Includes printed inners.
afro / tropical / world
VARIOUS - MORE ETHIOPIAN SOUL AND GROOVE - ETHIOPIAN URBAN MODERN MUSIC VOL. 3:
Another great Ethiopian comp - if you like the Mulatu stuff, this is a sureshot. Check Girma Beyene's monster tune "Ene negn bay manesh", Hirut Bekele "Ewnetegna feqer" and Samuel Belay "Qeresh endewaza". No shrink or sticker on this copy, unlike photo.
Another great Ethiopian comp - if you like the Mulatu stuff, this is a sureshot. Check Girma Beyene's monster tune "Ene negn bay manesh", Hirut Bekele "Ewnetegna feqer" and Samuel Belay "Qeresh endewaza". No shrink or sticker on this copy, unlike photo.
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

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

SAME / DWAPS 59
AFRODISIA - Nigeria 2nd Pressing
LP · VG+/VG · 250 SEK

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ORIENTAL BROTHERS INTERNATIONAL - SAME / DWAPS 59:
Highlife LP from 1975 with a pretty traditional sound, overall a good listen if this is your bag. Listen to "Akwa Uwa". Cover has ring/rub wear and small tear on front upper right. Nigerian 2nd pressing from 1981.
Highlife LP from 1975 with a pretty traditional sound, overall a good listen if this is your bag. Listen to "Akwa Uwa". Cover has ring/rub wear and small tear on front upper right. Nigerian 2nd pressing from 1981.
afro / tropical / world
ISSAM HAJALI - MOUASALAT ILA JACAD EL ARD:
Folk-jazzy mid 70s LP out of Lebanon with spacey synths floating away. Listen to the title tune. Reissue of cassette-only original.
Folk-jazzy mid 70s LP out of Lebanon with spacey synths floating away. Listen to the title tune. Reissue of cassette-only original.
afro reissues
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".
afro / tropical / world
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 only released on cassette.
Egyptian mix of pop/disco/AOR but with that distinctive Arabic touch. Listen to "Sah" or "Men awel deqiqa". Compilation of material originally only released on cassette.
afro / tropical / world

THE CHISA YEARS 1965-19...
BBE - UK Reissue
2xLP · VG+/VG+ · 275 SEK

JUST SOLD
HUGH MASEKELA / VARIOUS - THE CHISA YEARS 1965-1976 (RARE AND UNRELEASED):
2006 compilation with rare and unreleased tracks from the vaults of Hugh Masekela's label Chisa. Listen to "Witch doctor" by Baranta or Ojah's "Afro beat blues". This copy is not in shrink, unlike photo.
2006 compilation with rare and unreleased tracks from the vaults of Hugh Masekela's label Chisa. Listen to "Witch doctor" by Baranta or Ojah's "Afro beat blues". This copy is not in shrink, unlike photo.
afro reissues
SHARHABIL AHMED - THE KING OF SUDANESE JAZZ:
Sudanese jazz/r&b/rock 'n' roll that will go down a storm in any hot basement or tiki bar. Listen to "Argos farfish" and "El bambi".
Sudanese jazz/r&b/rock 'n' roll that will go down a storm in any hot basement or tiki bar. Listen to "Argos farfish" and "El bambi".
afro reissues

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.
afro reissues
VARIOUS - MORE ETHIOPIAN SOUL AND GROOVE - ETHIOPIAN URBAN MODERN MUSIC VOL. 3:
Another great Ethiopian comp from L'Arome/Heavenly Sweetness. If you like the Mulatu stuff, this is a sureshot. Check Girma Beyene's monster tune "Ene negn bay manesh" and Hirut Bekele's "Ewnetegna feqer". Reissue.
Another great Ethiopian comp from L'Arome/Heavenly Sweetness. If you like the Mulatu stuff, this is a sureshot. Check Girma Beyene's monster tune "Ene negn bay manesh" and Hirut Bekele's "Ewnetegna feqer". Reissue.
afro reissues
FERKAT AL ARD - OGHNEYA:
Lebanese album from the late 70s, featuring vocals and compositions from Issam Hajali and lush arrangements by Ziad Rahbani. Listen to "Matar Al Sabah". Reissue.
Lebanese album from the late 70s, featuring vocals and compositions from Issam Hajali and lush arrangements by Ziad Rahbani. Listen to "Matar Al Sabah". Reissue.
afro / tropical / world
MAJID SOULA - CHANT AMAZIGH:
Compilation of 1980-1988 tracks by Algerian born Amazigh-singer Majid Soula, fusing traditional sounds with modern instrumentation such as synths and drum machines. Check "Lgira" and "Algerie Maroc".
Compilation of 1980-1988 tracks by Algerian born Amazigh-singer Majid Soula, fusing traditional sounds with modern instrumentation such as synths and drum machines. Check "Lgira" and "Algerie Maroc".
afro / tropical / world
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 - SOCA JAMS:
Soca (as implied) jams catered for the get-down time! For a taste, check Richard X's "I Come to Fete" here remixed by Sentinel Island.
Soca (as implied) jams catered for the get-down time! For a taste, check Richard X's "I Come to Fete" here remixed by Sentinel Island.
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".
afro reissues
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.
afro / tropical / world

STRAIGHT FROM THE DECKS 2
PURA VIDA SOUNDS / ... - France Original
2xLP · M/M · 300 SEK

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VARIOUS / GUTS - STRAIGHT FROM THE DECKS 2:
Great selection of afro, zouk and more tropical music. Includes the lovely "Shabi-Bi-Di-Do" by The Dutch Benglos and much more.
Great selection of afro, zouk and more tropical music. Includes the lovely "Shabi-Bi-Di-Do" by The Dutch Benglos and much more.
afro / tropical / world
VARIOUS - HEAVENLY ETHIOPIQUES - THE BEST OF THE ETHIOPIQUES SERIES:
4 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".
4 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".
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
CHARIF MEGARBANE - MARZIPAN:
The first full-length contemporary release on Habibi Funk - Charif Megarbane himself calls it "Lebrary": "a vision of Lebanon and the Mediterranean expressed via the prismatic sonics of library music". Check "Marzipan" and "Pas De Dialogue". No hype sticker on this copy (unlike photo).
The first full-length contemporary release on Habibi Funk - Charif Megarbane himself calls it "Lebrary": "a vision of Lebanon and the Mediterranean expressed via the prismatic sonics of library music". Check "Marzipan" and "Pas De Dialogue". No hype sticker on this copy (unlike photo).
afro / tropical / world
VARIOUS - THE ORIGINAL SOUND OF MALI 2:
Another deep dive into Malinese music by the Bongo-crew, ranging from the raw afro funk of Les Ambassadeurs Du Motel de Bamako's "Get Up James" to the swirling, hypnotic sounds of Tentemba Jazz Du Mali on "Yayoroba" and Mystère Jazz de Tombouctou on "Sidi Yahia". Excellent stuff. Very lightly used copy, no shrink or sticker on cover (unlike photo). Includes booklet.
Another deep dive into Malinese music by the Bongo-crew, ranging from the raw afro funk of Les Ambassadeurs Du Motel de Bamako's "Get Up James" to the swirling, hypnotic sounds of Tentemba Jazz Du Mali on "Yayoroba" and Mystère Jazz de Tombouctou on "Sidi Yahia". Excellent stuff. Very lightly used copy, no shrink or sticker on cover (unlike photo). Includes booklet.
afro reissues