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ACOUSTIC AFRICAACOUSTIC AFRICA
Various

Collection showcasing some of Africa’s greatest singer-songwriters in beautifully stripped down displays of acoustic mastery. These artists are helping to spearhead an acoustic revolution in stark contrast to the studio-based, synthesized dance music that became the standard for African pop-stars of the 1980s and 90s. Discover gentle folk songs from Senegal, a protest song from South Africa, blues-tinged ballads from Mali and much more. Artists include: Habib Koité (Mali), Vusi Mahlasela (South Africa), and Dobet Gnahoré (Ivory Coast). Sleeve notes in English, French and Spanish. 12 tracks, USA. PUTUMAYO WORLD MUSIC.

2006 Compact Disc 


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ACOUSTIC AFRICA
Various Artists

A range of kora styles played by many of Africa's finest make this a real treat. 14 tracks, 69:28 mins, UK.

2000 Compact Disc

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ACOUSTIC AFRICA

AFRICAAFRICA
Various

Showcases well and lesser known African artists who feature on the Putumayo label. Includes helpful booklet. 12 tracks, approx 55 mins, USA. PUTUMAYO WORLD MUSIC.

1999 Compact Disc 


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AFRICA THE ESSENTIAL ALBUM
Various Artists

A two disk compilation of essential African sounds. Includes artists such as Youssou N'Dour, Baaba Maal, King Sunny Ade, Brenda Fassie, Orchestra Baobab and many others. CD 1: 13 tracks, 74:59 mins, CD 2: 14 tracks, 74:58 mins, UK. UNION SQUARE MUSIC,

2003 Compact Disc 


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AFRICA THE ESSENTIAL ALBUM


AFRICAN CHILLAFRICAN CHILL
Various

Fourteen chilled out tunes from across the continent featuring artists such as Baaba Maal, Bisso na Bisso and Djelimady Tounkara. 14 tracks, 70:33 mins, UK. UNION SQUARE MUSIC,

2002 Compact Disc 


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AFRICAN GROOVE
Various

A mix of traditional rhythms and new technology which characterises modern African dance, electronic and hip-hop. 12 tracks, 49:09 mins, USA. PUTUMAYO WORLD MUSIC,

2003 Compact Disc 


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AFRICAN GROOVE


AFRICAN PARTYAFRICAN PARTY
Various

Get the party started with this fun-filled collection of songs from South Africa to Cote d'Ivoire. Liner notes in English, French and Spanish. 10 tracks, 43:38 mins, USA. PUTUMAYO WORLD MUSIC.

2008 9781587592164 Compact Disc 


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AFRICAN RAP: The Rough Guide
Various Artists

Wordplay has always been a source of entertainment and social commentary in Africa and rappers have responded to social and political issues by addressing such subjects as poverty, AIDS, famine, corruption and globalisation. A collection of songs from Africa and the diaspora and includes the artists Trybe from South Africa, Hard Blasters from Tanzania, Tata Pound from Mali and Das Primero from Angola. 14 tracks, 66:02 mins, UK. WORLD MUSIC NETWORK.

2004 Compact Disc 


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AFRICAN RAP: The Rough Guide


AFRICAN REBEL MUSIC: Roots, Reggae and DancehallAFRICAN REBEL MUSIC: Roots, Reggae and Dancehall
Various

Presenting hits from 10 countries this compilation gives a first insight into the new reggae dancehall movement in Africa, including: Owange - Peter Mills; Africa Unite - East African Reggae Bashment Crew; Bad Boy - 994 Crew; Tonton D'America - Tiken Jah Fakoly; Wachita Over - Leo Muntu; Handsome - Prince Dully Sykes; African - H2O & Zubz; Sensimilla - Mad Melon & Mountain Black; Bless My Room - Necessary Noize; Wouty Zion - Sooley, Baay & Carlou D/Country Man; One Vibe One Flow - Bantu & PBS. GERMANY. OUT HERE RECORDS.

2006 Compact Disc 


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AFRICA REMIX: Ah Freak Iya
Various

A selection of modern African songs to accompany the 2005 Hayward Gallery's exhibition, Africa Remix. The cross section of music includes rare tracks from Youssou N'Dour and Ghorwane. 73:59, 16 tracks, UK. SAI SAI PRODUCTIONS.

2005 Compact Disc 


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AFRICA REMIX: Ah Freak Iya


AFRICA: The Women's VoiceAFRICA: The Women's Voice
Various

Songs by the most famous women singers in Africa, including Miriam Makeba, Dorothy Masuka, Oumou Sangare, Kandia Kouyate, Tete Alhinho and Tshala Muana. 14 tracks, 67:49 mins, UK. MANTECA WORLD MUSIC.

2005 Compact Disc 


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AFRIQUE DYNAMIQUE: Les Sons Funky du Coeur D'Afrique
Thirteen tracks of dancefloor favourites that are guaranteed to get your feet moving and your hips swaying. Featuring the music of Franco & Sam Mangwana, Pepe Kalle, Mahlathini & the Mahotella Queens, Baaba Maal, King Sunny Ade, Ismael Lo and more.13 tracks, total playing time: 73:30 mins. UK. NASCENTE,

2001 CD  


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AFRIQUE DYNAMIQUE: Les Sons Funky du Coeur D'Afrique


COLONIAL DANCE BANDS: Kenya, Tanganyika, Portuguese East Africa, Northern Rhodesia, Belgian Congo - 1950 and 1952COLONIAL DANCE BANDS: Kenya, Tanganyika, Portuguese East Africa, Northern Rhodesia, Belgian Congo - 1950 and 1952
International Library of African Music

Presents a variety of African bands playing dance music during the colonial period. Recorded in the British colonies of Kenya, Tanganyika and Northern Rhodesia, Portuguese East Africa, and Belgian Congo. Some bands were professional outfits playing to Europeans, mostly in hotels, others were enthusiastic amateurs. Each and every one was a pioneer in their way, and deserve tremendous respect for that alone. NETHERLANDS. SWP RECORDS.

2006 Compact Disc 


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CONGO TO CUBA
Various

From Africa to Cuba and back again. Inspired selection. 11 tracks, USA. PUTUMAYO WORLD MUSIC.

2002 Compact Disc 


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CONGO TO CUBA


ECHOES OF AFRICA:early recordings 1930s-1950sECHOES OF AFRICA:early recordings 1930s-1950s
Various Artists

A collection of rare, early recordings from the beginings of the African recording industry. From doo-wop singers in South Africa to unaccompanied drum and vocal ensembles from Nigeria and Tanzania, these tracks reveal a huge variety of influences and styles present in modern African music. Includes a booklet of notes in German and English. 24 tracks, 71 mins, GERMANY.

2003 Compact Disc 


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GILES PETERSON IN AFRICA
Peterson, Giles

Giles Peterson in Africa touches down in Nigeria, Ethiopia, Ghana, Cameroon, South Africa and the Cape Verde Islands with contributions from the giants of the contemporary club scene. Features artists such as Miriam Makeba, Cesaria Evora and Abdullah Ibrahim. Double CD. CD1: 11 tracks, 60:28 mins. CD2: 8 tracks, 64:46 mins, UK.

2005 Compact Disc 


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GILES PETERSON IN AFRICA


GOLDEN AFRIQUE VOL.1GOLDEN AFRIQUE VOL.1
Various

Highlights and rarities from the golden era of West African pop music, 1971 1983. The countries represented are Mali, Senegal, The Gambia, Cote D'Ivoire, Guinea, Guinea Bissau, Chad and Togo. Artists include Bembaya Jazz, the Rail Band, Orchestra Baobab, Etoile de Dakar and Ousmane Kouyate. CD1: 10 tracks, 70:00 mins, CD2: 14 tracks, 74:10 mins, GERMANY. NETWORK MEDIEN GMBH.

2005 Compact Disc 


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INDESTRUCTIBLE AFRICAN BEATS
Various

A compilation showcasing modern African music. Includes tracks by Salif Keita, Daddy Saj, Daara J, Tinariwen, Issa Bagayogo, Konono no.1 and H2O. 14 tracks, 72:52 mins, UK. MANTECA WORLD MUSIC.

2005 Compact Disc 


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INDESTRUCTIBLE AFRICAN BEATS


MARABI AFRICAMARABI AFRICA
Various Artists

Budget-priced compilation that introduces the fine Marabi label. 17 tracks, including: BOUBACAR TRAORE - Kounkoure; SEKOU 'BEMBEYA' DIABATE - Biduman; MAHOTELLA QUEENS - Kazet; JOHNNY CLEGG - Utshani Obulele; MENWAR - Sizann. 79:31 mins, FRANCE. MARABI PRODUCTIONS.

2007 Compact Disc 


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MARTINA
Africando

Africando have drafted in New York's top Latin players and a raft of Africa's best vocal talents to sing the praises of their mothers, sisters, wives and girlfriends. 11 tracks, 58:44 mins, UK.

2003 Compact Disc 


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MARTINA


OXFAM AFRICAOXFAM AFRICA
Various Artists

ENHANCED CD. Features some of the best known African musicians. Includes a data track which contains a visual presentation of Oxfam's work in Africa. Booklet contains information on artists. 13 tracks, 63:50 mins, UK. ROUGH GUIDES.

2001 Compact Disc 


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THE ROUGH GUIDE TO AFRICAN BLUES
Various

An anthology tracking the resurgent blues consciousness in African music. Tracks:1. La Tumchi Anni - Hassan, Mariem 2. Goree - Kane, Nuru 3. Special Rider Blues - Harris, Corey 4. Mariama Kaba - Traore, Boubacar 5. Mogo Ti Diya Bee Ya - Sangare, Oumou 6. Iriarer - Finatawa, Etran 7. Jaman Moro - Bokoum, Afel 8. Kele Mandi - Traore, Rokia 9. Feqer Aydelem Wey - Mesfin, Ayalew & Black Lion Band 10. Sigui - Tounkara, Djelimady 11. Maloyan Devil - Brozman, Bob & Djeli Moussa Diawara 12. Azara Alhai - Rasha 13. Waino Blues - Balde, Daby 14. Bibbe Leydy - Maal, Baaba & Mansour Seck 70:35 mins, UK. ROUGH GUIDES.

2007 9781906063085 Compact Disc 


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THE ROUGH GUIDE TO AFRICAN BLUES


THE ROUGH GUIDE TO AFRICAN STREET PARTYTHE ROUGH GUIDE TO AFRICAN STREET PARTY
Various

Music is life on the sun-baked streets of many African cities, blasting out of every bus, kiosk and market stall. This Rough Guide captures this exuberant spontaneous spirit with groundbreaking tracks from Vieux Farka Touré, Ricardo Lemvo, Kenge Kenge and named Fatai Rolling Dollar. 11 tracks, 63:01 mins, UK. ROUGH GUIDES.

2008 9781906063245 Compact Disc 


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STORIES
Gizavo, Regis & Mhlanga, Louis & Mirandon, David

A summit meeting between three exceptional musicians: a Malagasy accordionist, a South African guitarist and a French drummer. Their music is at the same time primitive and erudite, rugged and sophisticated. Tinted with jazz, blues and soul, it draws from the many musical sources to be found in Southern Africa and in the Indian Ocean region. FRANCE. MARABI PRODUCTIONS.

2006 Compact Disc 


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STORIES


THINK GLOBAL: Women of AfricaTHINK GLOBAL: Women of Africa
Oxfam

12 tracks that give a flavour of the power and diversity of African women's musis. Produced in association with, and raising money for, Oxfam. Souris Moi - Sally Nyolo & Gueyanka; Saa Magni - Oumou Sangare; Salaam - Gigi; M'Bifo - Rokia Traore; Hnafarkaan - Saba; Era - Vakoka & Hanitra; Maga Milkitna Dulaa - Mariem Hassan; Yaphelimali Yami - Busi Mhlongo; Residence Marina - Mbilia Bel & Tabuley Rochereau; Sambala - Setona; Sanougnaoule - Kandia Kouyate; Pata Pata - Miriam Makeba. 60:10 mins, UK. WORLD MUSIC NETWORK.

2007 Compact Disc 


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TOUR D'AFRIQUE
Various Artists

Selection of music from across Africa. Includes Youssou N'Dour, Miriam Makeba and Sam Mangwana. The liner notes include a brief biography on each artist. 13 tracks, UK. ARC MUSIC DISTRIBUTION LTD,

2002 Compact Disc 


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TOUR D'AFRIQUE


URBAN AFRICA NOW!URBAN AFRICA NOW!
Various Artists

Inspired pan-African compilation. Booklet contains notes and includes some very memorable photos. 17 tracks, 78'26 mins playing time, SWITZERLAND.

2001 Compact Disc 


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THE VERY BEST OF AFRICA
Various Artists

Many of Africa's best known hits, with a Johnny Cash version thrown in for good measure? 2 CDs, 16 tracks, UK.

2002 Compact Disc 


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THE VERY BEST OF AFRICA


WOMEN OF AFRICAWOMEN OF AFRICA
Various

A celebration of soulful and inspirational music by female artists from across Africa. Artists include: Judith Sephuma, Angelique Kidjo, Maria de Barros, Sibongile Khumalo, Tarika, Kaïssa, Dorothy Masuka, Nawal, Dobet Gnahoré, Souad Massi and Khadja Nin. Album notes in English, French and Spanish, USA. PUTUMAYO WORLD MUSIC.

2004 Compact Disc 


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