The third in STRUT's Inspiration Information studio collaboration series brings together an intriguing pairing between one of Africa's greatest and most innovative bandleaders, MULATU ASTATKE, with the next level musicianship of THE HELIOCENTRICS collecti
The fourteen songs on this double LP showcase the many facets of the Congolese capitals, and highlight the bands and artists who pushed Rumba to new heights and ultimately influenced the musical landscape of the entire continent and beyond.
Heir to the tradition of the Griots -storytellers, poets and musicians who served for centuries as guardians of West African cultural heritage- Ousmane was an innovator of the modern electric Mandingue sound.
They crafted a bold and original style defined as Chigiyo - a vibrant fusion of reggae, traditional rhythms, brass arrangements and mbira-inspired guitar. With intricate guitar lines, infectious dance rhythms, and raw, soulful Shona vocals
Limited transparent green colored vinyl LP pressing. Overtake Don Overtake Overtake was the penultimate album of newly recorded studio material released by Fela before he passed in 1997.
A compact 2LP collection of Antoine Dougbé with Orchestre Poly‑Rythmo de Cotonou; 12 rumba-tinged, Vodún‑laced tracks from 1977; 1982, presented in a gatefold 2LP with liner notes.
Africanism - Vol V 2LP, 12-track Afro-house set led by Bob Sinclar and the Africanism collective, built on percussion-forward arrangements and vocal-led club cuts; includes 'Zanmi Kanmarad'.
To celebrate 20 years of Someone Still Loves You Boris Yeltsin's Broom, the essential title is now back in print on a fresh pressing on Clear with Red, Pink, Yellow & Green Splatter vinyl to match the cover.
