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LaSo - LaSo (LP)
NM
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LaSo - LaSo (LP)
MCA 2247, 1977 United States
Joe Bataan caribbean disco project that I rate highly thanks to the dancefloor friendly version of Stevie's Another Star and the Fania salsa heat in Puerto Rico Me Llama. US original with vinyl in perfect condition, c...
Miriam Makeba - The Voice Of Afrika (LP)
VG+
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Miriam Makeba - The Voice Of Afrika (LP)
RCA INTS 1307, 1971 Germany
Hugh Masekela producton with the South African first lady on fine form and backed by Masekela, William Salter and James Cleveland. Second pressing from 1971 with alternate cover art that I prefer to the original. Weak...
Osibisa - Ojah Awake (LP)
NM
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Osibisa - Ojah Awake (LP)
Bronze 28 147 XOT, 1976 Germany
British afrobeat funksters that never got much credit for their many recordings. Maybe as they are wrongly defined an afrobeat band but in reality more of disco / funk unit. Check Keep On Trying, it sounds pretty fres...
Osibisa - Happy Children (LP)
EX
EX
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Osibisa - Happy Children (LP)
WB K 56022, 1973 United Kingdom
Brilliant jazzy afro funk from the British 5 piece unit with Fire, Kotoku and We Want To Know (Mo) the best three tracks. Lovely gatefold cover art. UK 1st pressing in EX condition, a few very soft lines.
Osibisa - Osibisa (LP)
EX
EX
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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...
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!
Tabou Combo - The Masters (LP)
VG+
VG+
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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.
Calypso Rose - Stepping Out (LP)
EX
EX
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Calypso Rose - Stepping Out (LP)
Straker's GS 2265, 1986 United States
Loud pumpin calypso on seldom seen album release by the self declaired Queen of Calypso. My Carib Man is good but listen to the fast and furious Soca Merengue. Strongest EX++ condition.
Starlift Steel Orchestra - Carnival 70 (LP)
EX
EX
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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.
Rising Sun Steel Band - Solid Steel (LP)
NM
NM
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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...
 Tyrone & the Clouds - Steel Band & Calypso (LP)
EX
EX
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Tyrone & the Clouds - Steel Band & Calypso (LP)
Merry Disc 1032, 1975 Barbados
Forget about traditional steel drum action here, this is more of a roots / rocksteady album and a really good one. Add to that a spotless EX++ copy and this is a real winner.
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...
Miriam Makeba - Miriam Makeba (LP)
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Miriam Makeba - Miriam Makeba (LP)
London HA 2332, United Kingdom
Debut album release by the South African superstar regarded as Mama Africa by many. I like her authentic stuff like Iya Gaduza, Mbube or Novame most but an enjoayble listen throughout. UK mono pressing from 1960 in fl...
Sugar Bus - Jambo Jambo (7")
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Sugar Bus - Jambo Jambo (7")
Polydor 2041390, 1973 Ghana
Not entirely sure of the origins of Sugar Bus with a psychedelic feel and a certain Nowy (Ralf maybe?) credited but nice stuff nonetheless. Drumbreak intro and cool flute solo work. This is the original pressing from ...
Kenya Police Band - Husia Kwa Vijana (7")
EX
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Kenya Police Band - Husia Kwa Vijana (7")
Moto 7 17, 196? Kenya
Brilliant upbeat jazzy dancer by the famous police unit of Kenya. Flip with Kenya Ni Taifa Yetu is nice too although a little more laidback. Lovely EX shape with perfectly clean labels and centerpiece intact. Rare in ...
Black Blood - Kirie Kirio (7")
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Black Blood - Kirie Kirio (7")
Phlips 6109133, 1976 Kenya
Afro disco group spearheaded by Ralph Benatar. They gained a fair bit of success in Kenya, Ghana and around Europe. Listen to the flipside Yayaya Yayaya. Rare Kenyan original in strongest EX shape.
Black Blood - Muko Wapi (7")
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Black Blood - Muko Wapi (7")
Philips 6109 144, 1977 Kenya
Ralph Benatar production with Alan Toko and crew on top form. Quality afro disco made in Belgium and worked on dancefloors all over the world. Kenyan original in clean EX shape and company sleeve.
Gerard Kremer - Senegal (LP)
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Gerard Kremer - Senegal (LP)
Arion ARN 33689 , 1982 France
Monsieur Kremer busy with his favorite profession in capturing chants, rhythms and more from countries around the world. Bit of everything on here and a great sample fodder. Stack of tribal breaks and vocal snippets. ...
King Kobra - Limbo Carnival (LP)
VG+
VG+
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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.
Mighty Pelay - First Time Around (LP)
EX
EX
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Mighty Pelay - First Time Around (LP)
WIRL 1445, 1977 Barbados
Mighty Pelay debut with a number of upbeat calypso groovers like Frenchie, Mr. Panman or My Calypso Dance. Carnival season in Barbados...
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