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Francis Bebey - Afrikanischer Frühling (LP)
Marifon A 5633, 1980 Germany Minty fresh copy of this classic Francis Bebey live recording on German Marifon. Not in any way as rare as his other album from this period but does not mean it is not good, actually a great pick for cheap.
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Cheb Khaled - Hada Raykoum (LP)
Triple Earth 102, 1985 United Kingdom Masterpiece Khaled Hadj Brahim album, the King Of Rai showcasing his talents. Marvelous album that I can not recommend enough. NM vinyl and cover in nice shape but has 2o written in upper left corner.
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Cheb Mami - Prince Of Rai (LP)
Triple Earth 105, 1988 United Kingdom Mohammed Khelifati or Cheb Mami with his biggest selling Rai album. The Algerian singer really shines on this in part cosmic tinged backing.
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Papa Wemba - La Vie Est Belle (LP)
Stern's Africa 1028, 1988 United Kingdom Soukous soundtrack release with Papa Wemba hitting it hard. Nice clubby vibe on most tracks with percussion / drum / synthy breakdowns. A few traditional sounding folk tracks on here as well. Copy in pretty average sh...
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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...
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Soulful Dynamics - Soulful Dynamics (LP)
Decca SLK 16715-P, 1971 Germany Early seventies afro album by the famous Liberian band based in Hamburg, Germany. Varied in styles from straight funky to cheesy disco styled picks as well. Start with the highlight We Are Running.
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Oboade - Kpanlogo Party (LP)
Tangent TGS 115, 1973 United Kingdom Oboe Addy and Mustapha Tettey Addy getting down to business at the African Centre in London. Folky yet funky affair released on Mike Steyn's Targent Records.
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Mustapha Tettey Addy - Master Drummer... (LP)
Tangent TGS 113, 1972 United Kingdom The master showcasing his talents with drums and percussion in all forms and shapes. Great pick for fans of percussive spiritualism and turntabilst with a need for beats. Flawless EX copy, could pass for near mint.
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Cockerel Boys - Mbube Jive & Soul (LP)
L+R Records 44.009, 1982 Germany Classic afrobeat recorded in Germany during the 80s but could bounce for a mid seventies release. Very authentic sound that should sit well with both afro and jazz collectors. Original press in EX plus plus condition,...
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Ikenga Superstars of Africa - Nke Onye..(LP)
African DWA 2114 , 1981 France French original from 81 with two fantastic tracks that should not be missed. Enjoy the begining of Nke Onye Asoa and feel the vibes. Tiny remains from a sticker on front cover.
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Byron Lee & The Dragonaires Disco Reggae (LP)
Dynamic Sounds DY 3357 , 1975 Jamaica Great condition Jamaican original with Byron Lee covering Bob Marley, Bohannon, Van Mccoy and many others. The sound is, as the tittle suggest, Disco Reggae with a different but worthwhile approach to the big hitters ...
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Jamaica Duke - Yellow Bird (LP)
Dynamic SLP 004, 196? Jamaica Very early Kingston recording on Dynamic. I believe one of their first releases, number 004. Includes the excellent Jamaica Farewell that was comped on the Trojan Sunshine compilation a few years back and a great vers...
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Erotic Percussion - Erotic Percussion (LP)
Mecca OSL 119, 196? United Kingdom What a record, tons of psychedelic afro and junkanoo breaks perfectly hidden behind a cheesecake cover. Pretty hard to find item as well in solid VG+ condition. Don't sleep on this, we likely won't have another copy a...
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Various - Welt Musik (LP)
Monsun 500035, 1988 Germany What a brilliant comp with outstanding tracks from Africa, Brasil, Cuba, Japan and much much more. Strong selection of acts including Soledad Bravo, Safree Group, Sebastiao Tapajos. Check the hypnotic Mateso by Hukwe...
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N'Dedy Dibango - Epapala (LP)
Africa Oumba, 197? France Really got to love this album with Ma Bo Ya sounding like a dead funky scat vocal piece to my ears (no disrespect to the Cameroonians here). Overall a good listen that should appeal to jazz, afro and funk fans alike. ...
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Olatunji - Drums Of Passion (LP)
Columbia CS 8210, 1959 United States Debut album release by Michael Olatunji including the famous Jin-Go-Lo-Ba lated ripped by Santana for his huge smasher Jingo. Lots of authentic drum breaks that should work wonders in the right hands. Both record and ...
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Ronnie & The Ramblers - Rebel Room (LP)
RR-9823, 197? United States Seriously funky affair by Ronnie and The Ramblers playing The Anchorage Hotel in Bahamas. Why did not hotel bands at my holiday get down like that....
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Manu Dibango - Soul Makossa (LP)
Score 9037 , 1983 France What to say about this masterpiece recording that has not been said already. A must have, essential afro funk record that should be shelved in every home. Soul Makossa, Oboso, Lily, Dangwa, the list is long.... Later ...
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Manu Dibango - Manu 76 (LP)
Decca 6.22642, 1976 Germany The multi talented Cameroonian pulling weights with the floorfriendly Bokilo's Boogie and must have afro beat gem Angola. German pressing in strong EX condition, crisp looking and sounding cover and disc.
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Nan Mayen - From The Best (LP)
RP 30220, 198? Germany Super rare private pressing with a excellent mix of afro jazz, funk and electro smashers. Warrior Dub that is a crackin electro tune with a great loud bassline and quality synth. Super hard to find item in perfect con...
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