Isolated on the high plateaux of South Gabon, the Atege developed an elaborate form of vocal polyphony. This CD, recorded over a period of sixty years is a testimony to the richness of their musical heritage. 17 tracks, 61:29 mins, FRANCE

2004 CD

A compilation of Oliver N'Goma's best songs combining the insistent lilt of West African Zouk and the rich texture of African beats and harmonies. Includes the songs Bane, Aida, Fely and Lusa. 73:04 mins, 13 tracks, FRANCE. NOLI PRODUCTIONS,

‘Europe organized the slave trade and African kings and chiefs supplied it.’ In the introduction to this new album, the Gabonese artist’s eighteenth, Pierre Akendengue lays his cards on the table: the record is a cry of protest, focused on Gorée, a small island off the coast of Dakar, from where countless slaves were shipped in chains. FRANCE. LUSAFRICA.

Twelve tracks from the Gabonese artist. FRANCE. LUSAFRICA.