The album Salami (Lefty) Balogun Plays Sakara consists of two beautifully raw recordings that convey a deep sense of rhythm and space with entrancing vocals that are deeply rooted in Yoruba musical tradition. Sit with this one and allow yourself to be pulled in.
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Originally released in 1979 and remains a cornerstone of traditional and folk music from the Idoma-speaking region of Nigeria.
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A rare album by the Congolese group known as Libert International Band who were based in Kenya during the 70s. It’s an upbeat, danceable diamond of a record that also unearths some interesting musical history. Read on!
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Originally released in 1978, this Juju gem, showcases the signature style of the mighty Apola King himself and consists of two continuous “takes” of several of his lesser known songs.
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Released in 1975, this album is a noteworthy example of Nigerian Juju music, a popular genre that originated from the Yoruba people of Nigeria.
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