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Tabou Combo - The Masters (LP)
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Tabou Combo - The Masters (LP)
Barclay BLP 16.075, 1976 Germany
Inflacion still sounds so fresh, it is close to impossible to sit down while listening to the Haitian masters on top form. Weak VG+ copy that plays really well, only light distortion between tracks.
Tabu Ley - Faya Tess & Beyou Ciel (LP)
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Tabu Ley - Faya Tess & Beyou Ciel (LP)
Genidia GEN 129, 1989 France
Rare danceable afro synth with a pinch of Sokous by Tabu Ley backed by wonderful Faya Tess & Beyou Ciel. Solid EX shape cover and disc.
The Gasoline Band - The Gasoline Band (LP)
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The Gasoline Band - The Gasoline Band (LP)
Cube Records 2326010, 1972 Germany
Surprised this record is not hyped more. German Fred Schwartz drumming up European based US Army musicians to form this excellent 10 piece strong afro jazz rock band. Listen to the abstract Schrapnel so you know what ...
The Mighty Sparrow - Mr Walker / Jane (7")
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The Mighty Sparrow - Mr Walker / Jane (7")
Stateside MEL 5002, 196? Ghana
Killer groove by the self proclaimed calypso king Birdie, aka Mighty Sparrow. Jane on the flip is also good. Mega rare original Stateside Ghana pressing. Copy looks strong VG but plays much better.
The Original Africans - Sting Me (7")
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The Original Africans - Sting Me (7")
President PT 169, 1967 United Kingdom
This is one of the greatest 45s I have discovered this year. UK only release on President, it never shows up for sale and it just is a killer track. Eddy Grant production from 1967 with some nice ska crossover influen...
The Real Bahamas Volume II (LP)
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The Real Bahamas Volume II (LP)
Nonesuch H-72078, 1978 United States
All chilled and laidback, mainly accapella tracks. I have a soft spot for the tune Kneeling Down Inside The Gate. Fascinating to explore the roots of rhythm & blues. Copy has got a sizeable stamp on label and cover, p...
Them Mushrooms Band - Jambo, Bwana (7")
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Them Mushrooms Band - Jambo, Bwana (7")
Mercury 6066250, 1982 Germany
Likely the rarest Them Mushrooms release, picture sleeve issue with the great Mombaza flipside. Clean EX condition vinyl, cover with tiny tear at upper seam and little creasing.
Them Mushrooms Band - Mombasa (7")
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Them Mushrooms Band - Mombasa (7")
Polydor POL 446, 198? Nairobi
The only really good Them Mushrooms Band 45 with Mombasa a brilliant midtempo groover. Kenya Hakuna Matata on the flip. Near perfect condition in original Phonogram Nairobi company sleeve. Nice one!
Toumani Diabate - Kaira (LP)
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Toumani Diabate - Kaira (LP)
Hannibal 1338, 1988 France
Toumani Diabate plays the West African 21 string harp called the Kora and he does it so well. The entire album is acoustic but has a subtle funkyness throughout. Check a snippet Konkoba to catch my drift. Rare and rec...
Toure Kunda - Natalia (LP)
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Toure Kunda - Natalia (LP)
Celluloid CEL 6740, 1985 France
Unqiue mix of afro, roots and rock-steady vibes on this Toure Kunda classic from '85. Check Santhiaba Silo for an idea of the musical direction that is a little different to their earlier albums. Soild EX copy with st...
Toure Kunda - Toure Kunda (LP)
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Toure Kunda - Toure Kunda (LP)
Celluloid CEL 6599 , 1982 France
Debut release by the Senegalese heavy hitters is a must in my eyes/ears. Killer mix of funk, deep drumming and quality afrobeat. French original in solid EX condition with sticker residue on front cover.
Various - Afrique Voyage Autour Du Monde (LP)
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Various - Afrique Voyage Autour Du Monde (LP)
Philips 843.573, 197? France
Interesting field recordings from Ghana, Mali, Senegal, Nigeria and much more. A few traditional sounding tracks on here but also some brilliant guitar driven Mali grooves and folky afro beat from Ghana and Nigeria. C...
Various - Anthology Of Africa Music (LP)
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Various - Anthology Of Africa Music (LP)
Musicaphon SL 2311, 198? Germany
Not all Unesco Anthology Of African Music releases are groovy but this Nigerian Igbo compilation definately has got that something really special to it. Tribal breaks topped with Ikorodo chants. Useful stuff for addin...
Various - Bomba Music Of Caribbean (LP)
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Various - Bomba Music Of Caribbean (LP)
Monitor MFS 355, 196? United States
Spotless copy of this crackin Caribbean compilation. Varied in style from Cumbia to Calypso but definately on point. Check Vaccines Petionville from Haiti on Ra Ra No 2. Stunning shape with cover still in shrink. Rare...
Various - Dance Nights In Nigeria (10")
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Various - Dance Nights In Nigeria (10")
Decca WAL 1005, 1960 United Kingdom
Ultra rare Decca 10" with pioneering jazz / highlife recorded in Lagos. Charles Iwegbue, E.C. Arinze, Ojindo and much more on offer. Copy looks BAD with LOTS of marks but still plays through so if you don't mind the c...
Various - Folklore International (LP)
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Various - Folklore International (LP)
Eterna 8 35 057, 1973 Germany
Scarce Eterna compilation that is essential for the heavy afro funkster Allah Wakbarr by Ofo The Black Company. Epic...
Various - Mali Music (LP)
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Various - Mali Music (LP)
Stern's Africa STERNS 3001, 1988 United Kingdom
Essential compilation of Mali bands including Rail Band and regional groups from Segou, Mopti, Kayes and Sikasso. This record holds several exclusive tracks and is very rarely for sale so here is your chance. Listen t...
Various - Something New From Africa (LP)
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Various - Something New From Africa (LP)
Decca LK 4292, 1958 United Kingdom
Released in 1958 this counts as one of the earliest African compilations released in Europe. Nice jazzy compositions performed with solo work on the Kwela. Little Lemmy, Jimmy Pratt and debut appearance of Miriam Make...
Various - Soweto (LP)
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Various - Soweto (LP)
Zensor 05, 1982 Germany
Off the radar Soweto compilation with a raw style involving hard drums and fuzzy guitar. Almost psychedelic sounding at time. Give the clip of Saul Malapane a go...
Various - The Heartbeat Of Soweto (LP)
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Various - The Heartbeat Of Soweto (LP)
Shanachie 43051 , 1988 United States
If you like the type african music played at street corners of the townships in South Africa this is the real deal. Nothing for the clubs here but just a great record exploring the roots of afrobeat, ju ju, hi life...
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