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Dutch Rhythm Steel & Showband (LP)
Negram HJN 257 , 1975 Netherlands Essential and highly recommended Euro only funk bomb with covers of Funky Stuff, Shaft and Hey Joe. Please note that this copy is very worn, with lots of marks and plays with noice throughout. It is the original 1st p...
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Jean Claude - Rythmes De L'Ocean Indien (LP)
Nano Disc 790001, 197? France Very scarce record from Martinique with some fine tribal sounding folk that should come useful in the right hands. Lovely shining vinyl with only one light inaudible hairline. Lamination of cover is peeling on both si...
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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...
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Chief Ebenezer Obey - Miliki Plus (LP)
Virgin VM 7, 1983 United Kingdom Plenty of thrilling Juju and Highlife hits from his Eyi Yato, Singing For The People, What God Has Joined Together and Celebration albums. If not familiar with the Chief this is a great starting point.
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Ben Brako - Baya (LP)
MCL 870801, 1987 United Kingdom Private pressed Highlife album out of the UK holding a few decent boogie instrumentals. My favorites is the Adom Tomorrow with great potential in my ears. Reduced price item due to marks and scuffs causing occasional ...
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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 ...
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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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Osibisa - Woyaya (LP)
MCA Records MAPS 5617, 1971 Germany Underrated debut release by Osibisa that is well funky throughout. My favorites here are Move On and Rabiatu. Original 1st pressing with stunning gatefold cover.
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Zaka Percussion - Space (LP)
Le Chant Du Monde LDX 74775, 1982 France Absolute essential Zaka release. A unique blend of afro cuban percussion works, jazz fusion and a touch of electronics makes for a brilliant album by the French combo. Tres Bien!!
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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...
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Somo Somo - Somo Somo (LP)
Stern's Africa STERNS 1007, 1985 United Kingdom Great afrobeat from Zaire. If you like some of the Mali groups like the Rail Band or Orchestre National A this album is very similar in style. Top condition.
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Exile One - Exile One (LP)
Barclay BLP 16090, 1976 Germany Essential album by one of the funkiest african groups to record in France. Stack sof club anthems on here including Rester A L'Ecole and Dominica Strut. Some water damage to cover, mainly affecting the back.
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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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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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Guem Et Zaka Percussion - Percussions (LP)
Le Chant Du Monde LDX 74674 , 1978 France Debut release from Zaka and they are joined by the famous Nigerian percussionist Guem for a great Afro Cuban record with tons of conga, tumba, bongo and percussion breaks. French original.
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Zaka Percussion - Zaka Percussion (LP)
Le Chant Du Monde LDX 74740, 1980 France French Afro percussion group with their second studio album. Holds some fantastic percussion solos and batucada grooves well worth mixing with. Some fusion elements in Salsa Sept Club and Matum Jan. Spotless condition.
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Zani Diabate & The Super Djata Band (LP)
Mango ILPS 9899, 1988 United Kingdom Long deleted UK re-issue of this fine guitar driven highlife / afrobeat release by Zani Diabate. Listen to my the title track, Super Djata, for an idea of what to expect. Vinyl is strongest EX shape borderline NM, sma...
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Jewel Ackah - Pull Him Down (LP)
BAS Records BAS 004, 19?? Ghana Really happy to be able to offer a copy of this crazy rare highlife masterpiece by the grand daddy of Ghana, Jewel Ackah and The Butterfly Six. I have never seen it before and doubt I will see it again. It holds two f...
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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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Cloud 7 - My Baby The Best I Ever Had (LP)
Oti LP 0450, 198? United Kingdom Probably my favorite recording by this great Nigerian afro reggae unit. Hard to find OTI pressing with the title track a real treat for your mix. Rare item with vinyl in stunning condition. Small tear on front cover.
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