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Modern Gospel from West Africa - Chidinma Okafor |
Passionate gospel songs with Chidinma Okafor, star of Nigerian music, backed by a beautiful multi-part choir. The songs are in Yoruba, Hausa, Ibo and English, accompanied with modern rhythms. Information about the artist and each of the songs in English, German, French and Spanish.
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African Heartbeat - Drums and Percussion from Southern Africa - Barry Van Zyl |
In his first solo album, Barry Van Zyl, world-renowned South African percussionist and drummer with the Johnny Clegg Band since 1999, presents his interpretation of the rhythms and feels of southern African drumming. The album combines musical and rhythmical influences from Zimbabwe, Botswana, Zambia, Namibia...
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Goema Music from Cape Town, South Africa - Barry Van Zyl & The Bo Kaap Collective |
Goema [pronounce: "gooma"] music from the Bo Kaap, Cape Town, South Africa, as played today, still in its traditional format with voices, percussion, bass, banjo and guitar. The songs ("goema liedjies") have their origins in the early days of the cape; they are very much community music, full of social comment, humour and double entendre. Info in four languages. Afrikaans lyrics in the booklet.
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Ancient Civilisations of Southern Africa 3 - The Tswana People |
This excellent album presents traditional and contemporary music and rhythms of the Tswana peoples (Botswana and surrounding areas). There are a cappella songs accompanied with clapping and ankle shakers, pieces with huge marimbas (xylophones) playing intricate rhythms and melodies, and more. Traditional drums and various other percussion, clapping and shouts are all part of the feel.
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Africa, A Musical Journey - Adzido |
Pure, earthy and exhilarating African drumming and singing in many different styles and from many different countries, e.g. South Africa, Guinea, Ghana, Tanzania, Ethiopia, Kenya, Nigeria, Burkina Faso, Ivory Coast and Mozambique. Explanations to each of the pieces in four languages.
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Routes to Roots - Yoruba Drums from Nigeria - Solá Akingbolá |
Solá Akingbolá, long-standing percussionist with the international, chart-topping band Jamiroquai, presents a superb album of Yoruba (Nigeria) percussion. He finds his way back to his roots exploring the unique melodies, rhythmic structures and philosophical poetry of the Yoruba people.
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African Kora - Ravi |
Cascading and soothing, almost hypnotic sounds of the kora, solo, and also accompanied by other African instruments (djembe, balafon, bells…).
"… should be of great interest to those of you with a liking for new timbres. Highly recommended." - Tim Panting, Classical Guitar, UK
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Drums of Burundi - Ensemble Folklorique Batimbo |
Wild, raw, untamed, earthy! Ecstatic drumming and chanting by drummers from Burundi (Central Africa), on massive drums, carved out of tree trunks. The Batimbo are the custodians of the sacred drum tradition. The ancient lineages of drummers have kept their art alive. The booklet contains rich information in English, German, French and Spanish, and lots of photos.
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Tribal Beatz of Africa - Yelengu - featuring Barry Van Zyl, Robin Hogarth, Johnny Clegg... |
A wonderful combination of traditional rhythms and percussion from around Africa, combining the energy and pulse of tribal beats with the talents of some top modern day African musicians and singers. Featuring a track written and performed by Johnny Clegg. 28-page booklet, lots of photos, extensive info in four languages. Total playing time: 63:17 min.
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Spotlight on Kenyan Music - also featuring: Suzzana Owiyo, Achien'g Abura |
Contemporary songs from Kenya, rooted in East African musical tradition, sung in Kiswahili, Kikamba, Luhya and other local dialects. The album gives a taste of the rich variety of musical traditions and styles which have influenced the songs performed. Original lyrics included, plus background info about the artists. Also featuring Suzzana Owiyo and Achien'g Abura.
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Afro-Mandinka Soul - Tama Silo - Seckou Keita Quartet |
Seckou Keita presents his Quartet with West African kora, a host of African drums and percussion, double bass, Egyptian violin, riti (fiddle), n'goni (lute), cajon (box drum)… Beautiful, soothing, almost hypnotic music.
"Seckou Keita, an inspired exponent of the kora can make the West African harp-lute sound like a small band." - Guardian
"Keita's vocals, passionate and melodic, add an element to an already inspired recording." - Dirty Linen
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Ancient Civilisations of Southern Africa 2 - Tribal Drums of the Venda People |
The Venda live in a remote region in northern South Africa. Their rituals and singing are accompanied by massive sacred and numerous secular drums, various rattles, ankle bells, conch horns, clapping and ululations…
"Let this simple but powerful music work its mysticism into you." - Tom Orr, Global Rhythm
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South African Gospel - Steve Kekana, Soweto Gospel Choir, Solly Mthiya, Youth In Action… |
Featuring the world renowned Soweto Gospel Choir, Steve Kekana, Youth in Action, Queen Ranyama and others, this is an up-beat and uplifting album of choral Gospel music from South Africa with and without instrumental accompaniment. Arrangements range from traditional to modern. Info about each choir and each song in English, German, French and Spanish. Playing time: 68:25 min. |
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Tribal Dance from East Africa |
This album presents traditional tribal songs, ritual and dances from various regions in Kenya, accompanied on traditional instruments, such as the kayamba (raft rattle), mumanga (thumb piano), isanu (gourd trumpet) irimba (thumb piano), bells, marimbas and more. Information in English, German, French and Spanish explaining the backgrounds to the music.
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Bushmen of the Kalahari |
This album documents the almost extinct Bushman culture in Southern Africa. Extensive documentation in the 40-page booklet with amazing colour photographs. Bushmen shaman healing rituals, hunting songs, rain-making songs, tracking songs, a spoken history of the Qwii… accompanied on authentic self-built instruments by some of the last Bushmen of the Kalahari Desert. 35 tracks.
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African Roots - Mantse - Nii Tagoe |
A collection of songs rooted in African tradition, with traditional as well as contemporary instrumentations. Nii Tagoe worked with chart toppers such as the Afro-Celt crossover band Baka Beyond, African Headcharge, Martin Cradick and Osibisa, as well as the pan-African dance ensemble Adzido. Booklet info in English, German, French and Spanish.
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Songs from the Source of the Nile - Rachel Magoola |
A collection of the best songs of former Afrigo Band lead singer Rachel Magoola. Info about the artist and the music in English, German, French and Spanish. Over 60 minutes playing time.
"Uganda's number one diva…" - BBC;
"… seamless hybrid of African cross rhythms, R&B and funky modern beats…" - The Weekly Observer, Kampala
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Ritual Songs and Dances from Africa - Nigeria, Ghana, South Africa, Ethiopia, Botswana, Ivory Coast, Senegal… - Adzido |
Adzido is famous for their excellence in portraying the richness of African heritage to audiences all over the world. Their earthy and powerful collection of authentic African tribal dances and chants brought to you from countries all over Africa.
Information about each of the songs and dances in English, German, French and Spanish. Total playing time 2 hours, 4 mins.
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Senegal - Urban Rhythms - Kasumai |
Formed in Senegal and named after a greeting meaning “Peace with you”, Kasumai captures the spirit of contemporary urban sound from Senegal. ‘Urban Rhythms’ features the melodious kora (21-string harp), compelling vocals and a vibrant combination of traditional African drums and percussion and Western instruments. Founding band member Sagar N’Gom recalls the recording of the album in London as an eventful experience because of the “mix of Muslim and Christian musicians working harmoniously to produce biting, melodious social commentary and tributes”.
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Ancient Civilisations of Southern Africa – Bushman, Zulu, Venda, Xhosa, Tswana… |
An excellent collection of traditional drumming and songs of the ancient peoples of southern Africa. Bushman hunting songs, Zulu war cries, Xhosa healing songs, Venda drumming, Nguni drumming and more. Lots of info and explanations to each of the 31 tracks in the richly illustrated colour booklet. Total playing time: 1 hour, 17 minutes.
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