Cymande Are Possibly the Most Sampled British Musical Artists of All Time
Cymande were foundational in the creation of hip-hop, disco, house, drum and bass, and rare groove, passed through generations like so much underground music.
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Various: Nigeria Freedom Sounds!: Popular Music and the Birth of Independent Nigeria 1960-1963
This new Soul Jazz Records set is pure listening pleasure and a perfect jumping off point for listeners curious about popular music beyond Europe and North America.
Zion80: Adramelech: Book of Angels Volume 22
There’s nothing not to recommend about this release, which offers further evidence that virtually everything Jon Madof touches turns to sonic gold.
Tony Allen: Film of Life
As Tony Allen and Afrobeat continue to influence the music world at large, the master drummer lets the music world at large continue to influence him.
Zongo Junction: No Discount
It's not surprising to see free jazz credited alongside Fela Kuti as one of the group's inspirations.
Seun Kuti and Egypt 80: A Long Way to the Beginning
This is a well-oiled, veteran operation, with a fiery leader capable of carrying the torch of Afrobeat to far borders and bringing the music to new heights.