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Guem - Special Percussions (LP)
Le Chant Du Monde LDX 74567, 1975 France Educational record by the Nigerian master percussionist Guem addressing different rhythm techniques. Some exceptional afro cuban breaks for you on this one. French original gatefold pressing.
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Tabou Combo - Tabou Combo Super Stars (LP)
TC-LP 7979 , 1979 United States Surprised to find such a brilliant boogie cut on this album but Ooh La La is a bomb and would work on the dancefloor any day. Cover in shrink but record itself has got many marks and some scratches. The main track Ooh...
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Nokokoye - Talking Drums (LP)
Maus Records 870705, 197? Germany As the title suggest there is plenty of drums on this private pressing blending afro funk and highlife. It holds a good handful of tracks with drum breaks that could be useful in the right hands and another handful of...
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Osibisa - Osibisa (LP)
MCA 28297, 1971 Germany Highly recommende debut album release by British afro funk band Osibisa. The soundscape is very progressive with a authentic african vibe throughout. Second German press from 1971 in strong EX condition, one soft line...
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Starlift Steel Orchestra - Carnival 70 (LP)
Canadian Imperial Bank, 1970 Canada Seldom seen steel drum competition record released by the Canadian Imperial Bank Of Commerce. Nice covers of Sock It To Me and Saturday Night. Record and cover in top shape.
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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!
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Black Blood - Chicano (LP)
WEA Musik WB 56 175, 1975 Germany At least 3 quality tracks on here with AIE, Jesus Wa-Basungu and Avenue Louise all being top spins, particularly the latter downbeat funk works great. Pen cross on front cover.
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Africa Oye - Africa Oye (LP)
Celluloid Records, 198? France Fantastic album packed with breaks. Mid tempo to the extremely fast percussion battles. Pretty hard to find item with near perfect vinyl, cover has got a tear on both front and back.
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Rising Sun Steel Band - Solid Steel (LP)
Star Records LP-1002 , 197? Jamaica Top condition Jamiacan steel drum album with the Rising Sun covering Watermellon Man, Fire In You Wire and really get to shine on their own compositions like Governors Ball and Sandra. NM cover and wax. Rare in this c...
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King Kobra - Limbo Carnival (LP)
SLP 736, 1972 United States King Kobra and The Venoms showcasing a string of funky calypso and limbo joints. I personally liked Keep Your Head Low and BWI Express. Record with some marks, plays well, cover has tear.
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Lord Creator - Big Bamboo (LP)
Dynamic Sounds DY 3318 , 1964 Jamaica If you are into the early ragga Kingston sound, Lord Creator is a very justifiable investment. Cover art shows Lord holding his Big Bamboo and with tracks such as Shame & Scandal, Bang Bang Lulu and Pussycat you are i...
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Koffi Olomide - Tcha Tcho (LP)
Tcha Tcho TC 1301, 1988 France Quality Soukous album by the hugely popular Congolese singer, producer, composer... Soft hairlines but great playback. Rare French original on Koffi's own label.
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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.
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Scorpio Universel - Compas 94 (LP)
Antilles Prod 795711, 1994 France If not familiar with Haiti's famous Compas unit you are in for a treat. Party time vibes all day every day and surely the sun will be coming out. Strong EX vinyl grade, cover has one bent corner and stoarge print on f...
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King Eric & His Knights - All Time Favourites (LP)
Elite OE-24, 1966 Bahamas Very much slept on Bahamas soul groover hidden as last track on this calypso recording. King Eric covering big hitters like Yelow Bird and Nassua Market but round things up with the brilliant Lonely For My Baby. Kille...
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Franklin Boukaka - Le Bucheron / Nakoki (7")
ASL 3251, 1972 Kenya Mega rare afro beat / highlife double sider arranged by Manu Dibango on the collectable ASL label out of Kenya. Superficial lines not affecting play. Comes in original ASL company sleeve. RARE!
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John Nzenze - Mpensi Sofia (7")
Africana MS 7-104, 196? Kenya Lengendary Kenyan 'twist' performer with two rare slices of Swahili sung guitar groove. Seldom seen Africana Microgroove pressing. Softest marks only.
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Keita Fodeba - Les Ballets Africains De Vol. 1 (LP)
Vogue CLVLX 297, 1969 France Music recorded by Keita Fodeba while touring Europe and Africa with his famous African Theatre of Keita Fodeba. No clubby stuff here but an enjoyable listen throughout. Check the Brazzaville Congo styled Kalakato. Dis...
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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.
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Magnum Band - La Seule Difference (LP)
Cine CR 12-158, 1983 France La Kay is a stomping Haitian funk groove with lots of potential. I really like the unusual carnival styled Entioutioute as well. Cover has a circle and small sticker residue on front.
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