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KAPINGBDI - DON'T ESCAPE:
Afro/jazz/funk LP from 1981 released in Germany. Check the heavy breakbeat on "Wrong curfew walk" or the moving "You go go you go come" and "Peace and not in pieces". Light marks on record, plays well. Cover has light ring/edge wear, small sticker + tiny tear on back. German original.
Afro/jazz/funk LP from 1981 released in Germany. Check the heavy breakbeat on "Wrong curfew walk" or the moving "You go go you go come" and "Peace and not in pieces". Light marks on record, plays well. Cover has light ring/edge wear, small sticker + tiny tear on back. German 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
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".
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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
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 / EDNA MARTINEZ - PICO:
Quality compilation with tracks played in the afro-colombian "Pico" sound systems in Cartagena and Barranquilla. Check "Philomene" by Pedro Lima and "Como Sea" by Claudio y su Combo.
Quality compilation with tracks played in the afro-colombian "Pico" sound systems in Cartagena and Barranquilla. Check "Philomene" by Pedro Lima and "Como Sea" by Claudio y su Combo.
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

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
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).
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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

ROI DE L'AGBADJA M...
ANALOG AFRICA - Germany Reissue
2xLP · M/M · 400 SEK

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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"!
afro reissues
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
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
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
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
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

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
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
VARIOUS - HABIBI FUNK - AN ECLECTIC SELECTION OF MUSIC FROM THE ARAB WORLD, PART 2:
Various Arab sounds, some funky and some more traditional. Check the breakbeat tune "Music De Carneval" by Magdy El Hussainy or Sal Davis' "Qaboos". Black vinyl version.
Various Arab sounds, some funky and some more traditional. Check the breakbeat tune "Music De Carneval" by Magdy El Hussainy or Sal Davis' "Qaboos". Black vinyl version.
afro / tropical / world
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
VARIOUS - LEGENDS OF BENIN:
Unique Beninese sounds with amazing tracks from El Rego ("Feeling You Got"), Honoré Avolonto ("Tin Lin Non"), Antoine Dougbe, Gnonnas Pedro and many more.
Unique Beninese sounds with amazing tracks from El Rego ("Feeling You Got"), Honoré Avolonto ("Tin Lin Non"), Antoine Dougbe, Gnonnas Pedro and many more.
afro reissues
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

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

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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


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.
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
VARIOUS - MUSIK FRÅN VÄSTINDIEN: SMÅ ANTILLERNA:
2LP comp from 1977.
2LP comp from 1977.
afro / tropical / world


BECHAYANE 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


LIB TATEFALECH / HONEY ...
AMHA RECORDS - Ethiopia Original
7 · VG-/Gen · 3000 SEK

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ALEMAYEHU ESHETE - LIB TATEFALECH / HONEY BABY:
Absolutely jaw-dropping Ethiopian r&b on "Honey baby"! Vinyl is covered in marks, but it still plays pretty well, especially on "Honey baby". Ring wear and small writing on "Honey"-label, minor writing and a rub mark on "Lib"-side. The 4-prong centre is intact. Ethiopian original (made in Inda for the Ethiopian market).
Absolutely jaw-dropping Ethiopian r&b on "Honey baby"! Vinyl is covered in marks, but it still plays pretty well, especially on "Honey baby". Ring wear and small writing on "Honey"-label, minor writing and a rub mark on "Lib"-side. The 4-prong centre is intact. Ethiopian original (made in Inda for the Ethiopian market).
afro / tropical / world

FUEGO DE PASSION / OIGA...
CEFA - Congo Original
7 · NM/Gen · 2500 SEK

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NINO MALAPET ET L'ORCHESTRE BANTOU JAZZ - FUEGO DE PASSION / OIGA MAMBO:
Two great Congolese dance sides from the early 60s. Super clean copy, just a small sticker on labels. Congolese original.
Two great Congolese dance sides from the early 60s. Super clean copy, just a small sticker on labels. Congolese original.
afro / tropical / world
RAIL BAND - SAME / RCAM 3302/N.75:
"Fankante dankele" beautiful track at this strong album with no weak tracks. Record has lot of marks and has been played a lot or been without inner sleeve. It plays with constant background noise but without any major clicks or pops. A bit worse at start of both sides but in general very enjoyable. The super thin cover is in fine shape but is a bit wavy, tiny color loss on front left side plus some stains on back. Rare Malian original.
"Fankante dankele" beautiful track at this strong album with no weak tracks. Record has lot of marks and has been played a lot or been without inner sleeve. It plays with constant background noise but without any major clicks or pops. A bit worse at start of both sides but in general very enjoyable. The super thin cover is in fine shape but is a bit wavy, tiny color loss on front left side plus some stains on back. Rare Malian original.
afro / tropical / world

SPECIAL BIENNALE DU MAL...
SONAFRIC - France Original
LP · VG+/VG+ · 4300 SEK

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ALI FARKA TOURE - SPECIAL BIENNALE DU MALI - LE JEUNE CHANSONNIER DU MALI / SAF 50020:
Wonderful, deep, bluesy music from Mali. A pleasure from start to finish, check "Foulbe Kede". Record is glossy with a few surface marks and a small scratch that causes a few background crackles on A1. Cover has minor lamination creasing and a tiny sticker on back. French original, SAF 50020.
Wonderful, deep, bluesy music from Mali. A pleasure from start to finish, check "Foulbe Kede". Record is glossy with a few surface marks and a small scratch that causes a few background crackles on A1. Cover has minor lamination creasing and a tiny sticker on back. French original, SAF 50020.
afro / tropical / world
ANTOINE DOUGBE - SAME:
"Vile de na gni noude" beautiful, catchy track. Record has surface scuffs and marks plays with occasional ticks, background noise but not too much. A bt worse at A1. Cover has writings on front and back, partly removed on front. Backside cover also two stamps, transparent tape, stains and ring wear. Corners a bit worn especially upper left corner. Labels have staps and writings. Benin original.
"Vile de na gni noude" beautiful, catchy track. Record has surface scuffs and marks plays with occasional ticks, background noise but not too much. A bt worse at A1. Cover has writings on front and back, partly removed on front. Backside cover also two stamps, transparent tape, stains and ring wear. Corners a bit worn especially upper left corner. Labels have staps and writings. Benin original.
afro / tropical / world
ORCHESTRE LAYE THIAM - SAME:
Amazing afro-tropical sound on "Kokorico"! Also a killer track in the deeper "Sanga te". Rare French original in great shape, only a few stains on back cover.
Amazing afro-tropical sound on "Kokorico"! Also a killer track in the deeper "Sanga te". Rare French original in great shape, only a few stains on back cover.
afro / tropical / world
VARIOUS - FUNKY SOUNDS FROM CENTRAL AFRICA:
Afro/highlife compilation with timeless music from Victor Uwaifo, Top Ten Aces, Paulson Kalu etc. Check the killer afrobeat tune "Ererimbot ayafung oko" by Rex Williams. Record in nice shape (close to EX). Cover has some edge wear. Dutch original.
Afro/highlife compilation with timeless music from Victor Uwaifo, Top Ten Aces, Paulson Kalu etc. Check the killer afrobeat tune "Ererimbot ayafung oko" by Rex Williams. Record in nice shape (close to EX). Cover has some edge wear. Dutch original.
afro / tropical / world
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

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

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
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

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
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
VARIOUS - MUSIC OF AFRICA SERIES NO. 6 - THE AFRICAN MUSIC SOCIETY'S CHOICE:
Field recordings recorded and introduced by Hugh Tracey. Pic sleeve has tiny mark/tear dot on front. UK original.
Field recordings recorded and introduced by Hugh Tracey. Pic sleeve has tiny mark/tear dot on front. UK original.
afro / tropical / world
VARIOUS - IN PRAISE OF OUR FATHERLAND / HEROIC AND INDOMITABLE SOUTH VIETNAM:
Vietnamese original in pic sleeve.
Vietnamese original in pic sleeve.
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
TINARIWEN - AMAN IMAN: WATER IS LIFE:
2006 album from this popular Tuareg group, listen to "Matadjem Yinmixan". Very nice and clean copy! UK original, with insert.
2006 album from this popular Tuareg group, listen to "Matadjem Yinmixan". Very nice and clean copy! UK original, with insert.
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
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

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

BORDER-LAND'S SONG...
DIHAVINA - Vietnam Original
7 · EX/VG+ · 90 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.
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.
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