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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
VARIOUS / JOHN CHIPPY CHIPMAN'S JUNKANOO DRUMSCARNIVAL 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
FELA KUTI / FELA RANSOME KUTI & THE AFRICA 70EXCUSE 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.
afro reissues
LU-SHENG ENSEMBLECHINA: 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
OLUMO SOUNDZU.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
FELA KUTI / FELA & AFRICA 70KALAKUTA 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.
afro reissues
FELA KUTI / FELA & EGYPT 80BEASTS 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 / GRAHAM HYSLOPFOLK MUSIC OF EAST AFRI...
PHILIPS - UK Original
LP · VG/VG · 60 SEK
IN STOCK
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
FELA ANIKULAPO KUTI & EGYPT '80OVERTAKE 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 - PLLAKE ME KENGE DHE MUZIKE SHQIPTARE:
"Trendeline" - fine folky tune. Albanian original in pic sleeve.
"Trendeline" - fine folky tune. Albanian original in pic sleeve.
afro / tropical / world
FELA KUTI / FELA & AFRICA 70NOISE 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
FELA KUTI / FELA ANIKULAPO KUTI & AFRIKA 70NO 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
VERCKYS & L'ORCHESTRE VEVECONGOLESE FUNK, AFROBEA...
ANALOG AFRICA - Germany Reissue
2xLP · M/M · 375 SEK
IN STOCK
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
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
FELA KUTI / FELA & THE AFRICA 70 - SHAKARA:
The afrobeat masterpiece "Shakara Oloje" b/w the slower but equally great "Lady" = essential album. 1,5 cm lightly feelable scratch causes some ticks in the intro of side 2, also some surface marks and lines but rest plays ok. Ball pen marking on side 1 label. Cover has 6 cm split top seam center, some edge wear and creasing, mild dirtying on back plus minor lamination lifting along spine. Dutch original.
The afrobeat masterpiece "Shakara Oloje" b/w the slower but equally great "Lady" = essential album. 1,5 cm lightly feelable scratch causes some ticks in the intro of side 2, also some surface marks and lines but rest plays ok. Ball pen marking on side 1 label. Cover has 6 cm split top seam center, some edge wear and creasing, mild dirtying on back plus minor lamination lifting along spine. Dutch original.
afro / tropical / world
FELA ANIKULAPO KUTI / FELA KUTIARMY ARRANGEMENT / CROS...
CELLULOID - USA Original
12 · EX/VG+ · 180 SEK
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FELA ANIKULAPO KUTI / FELA KUTI - ARMY ARRANGEMENT / CROSS EXAMINATION:
12" from 1985 with shorter, punchier edits of both tracks. Produced by Bill Laswell with his typical dubby sound. US original in picture sleeve.
12" from 1985 with shorter, punchier edits of both tracks. Produced by Bill Laswell with his typical dubby sound. US original in picture sleeve.
afro / tropical / world
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
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).
afro / tropical / world
BANDA - S. AROM / G. DOURNON-TAURELLEMUSIQUES 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
KARUKURICHI P. ARUNACHALAMNADASAWARA
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
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
ORCHESTRE SOSSA - SAME:
Wonderful soukous album by Congolese band. Sparse, pretty raw sound and lovely guitar work, just check the 2nd parts of "Bolingo Clemence" and "Maria Na Lembi". Record in fine shape, cover has light ring wear, some minor creases around edges plus discrete price tag residue mark on front. French original.
Wonderful soukous album by Congolese band. Sparse, pretty raw sound and lovely guitar work, just check the 2nd parts of "Bolingo Clemence" and "Maria Na Lembi". Record in fine shape, cover has light ring wear, some minor creases around edges plus discrete price tag residue mark on front. French original.
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
VARIOUSUMA 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
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
VARIOUS - NIGERIA DISCO FUNK SPECIAL:
Killer Nigerian disco/funk-comp, check Sahara All Stars "Take Your Soul" and the tracks from Bongos Ikwue and Asiko Rock Group.
Killer Nigerian disco/funk-comp, check Sahara All Stars "Take Your Soul" and the tracks from Bongos Ikwue and Asiko Rock Group.
afro / tropical / world
ALEMAYEHU ESHETEBECHAYANE TEGODAHU / TE...
AMHA RECORDS - Ethiopia Original
7 · VG+/Gen · 2200 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 in great shape, glossy with just a few surface lines, plays well but low pressing so mild pressing related noise can be heard. 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 in great shape, glossy with just a few surface lines, plays well but low pressing so mild pressing related noise can be heard. Ethiopian original, this is the Lebanon-made version without pic sleeve.
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
ATTARAZAT ADDAHABIA & FARADJALLAHAL 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
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
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
OUSMANE KOUYATÉ - KEFIMBA (EDIT) / N'NY:
Two 80s smashes from this Malinese artist on a loud 12" reissue. Pink vinyl.
Two 80s smashes from this Malinese artist on a loud 12" reissue. Pink vinyl.
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"!
afro reissues
FRANCIS BEBEY - TRESOR MAGNETIQUE:
Collection of unreleased tracks from the Cameroonian legend. Everything from his transcendent, percussive sanza-playing in "Ganvie" to more club-oriented stuff such as "Ndolo".
Collection of unreleased tracks from the Cameroonian legend. Everything from his transcendent, percussive sanza-playing in "Ganvie" to more club-oriented stuff such as "Ndolo".
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
WEST AFRICAN COSMOS - SAME:
"Wuyè Wuyè" cooking afro/fusion killer on album from 1976. Record in nice shape. Cover has mild rub wear, 2 cm peeling/split middle bottom edge, small price tag on front, larger sticker on back. French original, with insert.
"Wuyè Wuyè" cooking afro/fusion killer on album from 1976. Record in nice shape. Cover has mild rub wear, 2 cm peeling/split middle bottom edge, small price tag on front, larger sticker on back. French original, with insert.
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
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
FELA ANIKULAPO KUTI / FELA KUTIARMY ARRANGEMENT
CELLULOID - France Original
LP · EX/VG+ · 250 SEK
IN STOCK
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.
afro / tropical / world
VARIOUSCHANTS REVOLUTIONNAIRES...
DISQUES VENDÉMIAIRE - France Original
LP · VG+/VG+ · 120 SEK
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VARIOUS - CHANTS REVOLUTIONNAIRES D'OMAN:
Cover has minor sticker tear on front (not in photo). French original, gatefold sleeve.
Cover has minor sticker tear on front (not in photo). French original, gatefold sleeve.
afro / tropical / world
ORCHESTRA SUPER MAZEMBEDIXIEME ANNIVERSAIRE
EDITIONS MAZEMBE / A... - Kenya Original
LP · VG/VG+ · 225 SEK
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ORCHESTRA SUPER MAZEMBE - DIXIEME ANNIVERSAIRE:
1981 soukous LP from Kenya - I like part 2 of "Atia-Jo" with a frenetic 4/4 beat and infectious, rolling guitar lines. "Mbanda Ya Mobange" is nice too. Record is very clean and plays great except for an ugly marks that clicks for the first 90 seconds of B1. Cover has some light creases and distribution sticker on back, looks very nice overall. Kenyan original with white label.
1981 soukous LP from Kenya - I like part 2 of "Atia-Jo" with a frenetic 4/4 beat and infectious, rolling guitar lines. "Mbanda Ya Mobange" is nice too. Record is very clean and plays great except for an ugly marks that clicks for the first 90 seconds of B1. Cover has some light creases and distribution sticker on back, looks very nice overall. Kenyan original with white label.
afro / tropical / world
CLARENCE CURVAN HIS DRUMS & ORCHESTRATHE GREATEST SOUND AROUND
TELCO - Trinidad and Tobago Original
LP · VG+/VG+ · 500 SEK
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CLARENCE CURVAN HIS DRUMS & ORCHESTRA - THE GREATEST SOUND AROUND:
Charming calypso album from Trinidad. Record in fine shape with light wear and a few pressing bubbles. Cover has two distrubution stamps on back. Trinidad original.
Charming calypso album from Trinidad. Record in fine shape with light wear and a few pressing bubbles. Cover has two distrubution stamps on back. Trinidad original.
afro / tropical / world
YOUSSOU ET LE SUPER ETOILE DE DAKARSHOW A ABIDJAN
ED - France Original
LP · EX/VG+ · 400 SEK
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YOUSSOU ET LE SUPER ETOILE DE DAKAR - SHOW A ABIDJAN:
1983 album from Youssou N'Dour & co - "Goubadien" is great and "Barguet" is nice too. Record in nice shape, cover has minor lamination peeling around edges (mainly on opening), light yellowing plus two distribution stickers on back. French original.
1983 album from Youssou N'Dour & co - "Goubadien" is great and "Barguet" is nice too. Record in nice shape, cover has minor lamination peeling around edges (mainly on opening), light yellowing plus two distribution stickers on back. French original.
afro / tropical / world
GERALDO PINO & THE HEART BEATSLET'S HAVE A PARTY
SOUNDWAY - UK Reissue
LP · VG+/VG+ · 375 SEK
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GERALDO PINO & THE HEART BEATS - LET'S HAVE A PARTY:
Rare and great afro-funk LP, check "Let them talk" & "Heavy, heavy, heavy". Reissue from 2005, no insert.
Rare and great afro-funk LP, check "Let them talk" & "Heavy, heavy, heavy". Reissue from 2005, no insert.
afro reissues
WAGADU GU - SWEET MOTHER / AKI SPECIAL:
Two charming 70s highlife sides written by Prince Nico Mbarga. UK original.
Two charming 70s highlife sides written by Prince Nico Mbarga. UK original.
afro / tropical / world
VARIOUS - INDISK KONSTMUSIK:
Laidback, improvised Indian raga music, recorded during a Swedish world music festival. Listen to "Raga Chandrakauns". Swedish original, with booklet.
Laidback, improvised Indian raga music, recorded during a Swedish world music festival. Listen to "Raga Chandrakauns". Swedish original, with booklet.
afro / tropical / world
LYDIA EWANDE & HER FAMILYA MUNA TêTE / WHO'...
BARCLAY - France Original
7 · EX/EX · 180 SEK
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LYDIA EWANDE & HER FAMILY - A MUNA TêTE / WHO'S CAN WOMAN:
Hypnotic, folky afro-tropical sound with a swing, from 1969. French original in picture sleeve, nice copy.
Hypnotic, folky afro-tropical sound with a swing, from 1969. French original in picture sleeve, nice copy.
afro / tropical / world
INDODA MAHLATHINI - NGIBUZINDLELA:
Mbaqanga LP from 1974 with famous SA "groaner" Simon "Mahlatini" Nkabinde. Sparse but energetic backing with those lovely, virtous guitar-lines - listen to "Ilele Insizwa" and "Shayani Izandla". Plenty of marks and scuffs on record but plays ok. Also hasa warp but doesn't affect play here. Cover has light ring/edge wear, looks nice overall. Rare South African only original.
Mbaqanga LP from 1974 with famous SA "groaner" Simon "Mahlatini" Nkabinde. Sparse but energetic backing with those lovely, virtous guitar-lines - listen to "Ilele Insizwa" and "Shayani Izandla". Plenty of marks and scuffs on record but plays ok. Also hasa warp but doesn't affect play here. Cover has light ring/edge wear, looks nice overall. Rare South African only original.
afro / tropical / world
MOUSSA DOUMBIA - KELEYA:
1977 album with fantastic afro-funk in the title track. Reissue.
1977 album with fantastic afro-funk in the title track. Reissue.
afro reissues
VARIOUS - MUSIQUES DU CAMEROUN:
Field recordings from Cameroon with deep, hypnotic vibes on A1 and B5. Cover has damage at upper left corner where part is missing. Upper right corner is worn as well. Later French pressing with non-flipback cover, blue/silver labels. No booklet.
Field recordings from Cameroon with deep, hypnotic vibes on A1 and B5. Cover has damage at upper left corner where part is missing. Upper right corner is worn as well. Later French pressing with non-flipback cover, blue/silver labels. No booklet.
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