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All reviews by Rick Steiger
© Copyright 2005
Djo Dezormo KRITIK
Another side of Antillean carnival music is presented by Djo Dezormo,
who specializes in beguine vide. The song "Moyeloup" from this album
was a major hit during the 93 carnival in Martinique.
DL 1006... $13.99CD
Stan Tohon et Les Super Anges FIRE
Stan was in residence in Omaha, Nebraska for quite a while in 1998 and
this is the fruit of his stay. CAP 00016...$14.99CD
Banda Olodum O MOVIMENTO
Thanks to Paul Simon's RHYTHM OF THE SAINTS project Olodum has been able
to gain some entry to the US market. Like Ara Ketu, they have created
a stage performance group and are creating some of the hippest music
in the Afro-Atlantic world.
Continental 107800521... $17.99CD
CAPOEIRA SENZALA DE SANTOS
The martial art of capoeira is unique to Brazil and is another of the
many gifts Africans have given to world culture. The music played to
accompany the performance is played on the berimbau, various hand drums
and shakers. This disc can't provide the visual excitement that
witnessing an exhibition of capoeira does, but between the 60+ minutes
of music and the exhaustive liner notes, anyone interested in knowing
what it's all about will surely be educated.
Buda 92575-2...$15.99CD
Adama Drame MANDINGO DRUMS
Adama Drame MANDINGO DRUM VOL.2
One of the great djembe drummers, Adama's recordings are considered
essential for all students of West African drumming.
Playasound 65085, 65122... $15.99CD
The Drummers of Burundi
One of the hits of the WOMAD tour, the Drummers combine deep drum
grooves with an electrifying stage show. 30 minutes of non-stop drumming.
Real World RWMCD1... $9.99CD
4 Etoiles SANGONINI
Part of Stern's ongoing relationship with the Syllart label, this
release compiles 4 new tunes, the whole 6 TUBES album and 2 cuts from
the album ENFANT BAMILIKE. A sure bet.
Stern's CD1049... $13.99CD
Mose Se 'Fan Fan' BELLE EPOQUE
This collection follows Fan Fan as he travels from his native Zaire,
where he came to prominence as guitarist with OK Jazz, to Tanzania,
where he worked with Orchestra Makassy and formed Super Matimila with
Remmy Ongala, to Kenya. A nice recording, especially for the rare tracks
with Orch Makassy.
Retro 7... $14.99CD
Wenge Musica BOUGER BOUGER
This is the first release on my label. Originally released in Africa
in '88, this is the first international release of the band's seminal recording.
When it was initially released it topped the charts in Zaire and for a couple
of months in '94 it was at the top of the charts in Europe. It has received positive
reviews in the Beat and RMM so what are you waiting for, buy it and support my
fledgling label.
Africassette NA9401... $13.99CD
Orquesta Reve LA EXPLOSION DEL MOMENTO
This anthology introduced many people including me to the wonders of
Reve's changui sounds. It's a classic and can't be recommended any higher.
Real World 2303-2...$15.99CD
Ritmo Oriental HISTORIA DE LA RITMO VOL. 1
Ritmo Oriental HISTORIA DE LA RITMO VOL. 2
Ritmo is one of Cuba's great charangas and these two anthologies
document the great recordings of Ritmo's second stage, between 1974
and 1988. VOL. 1 covers '74-'78 and was compiled by Brett Gollin
(leader of LA's Bongo Logic) and Ned Sublette and VOL. 2 covers
'78-'88 and was compiled by Harry Sepulveda and Ned Sublette.
No duplication with Globestyle 034.
Qbadisc 9007... $14.99CD
Qbadisc 9008... $14.99CD
Various Artists CUBAN GOLD
10 song anthology compiled by latin music expert Harry Sepulveda. The
featured bands are Los Van Van, Orch. Original de Manzanillo, Estrellas
de Arieto, Son 14, Grupo Manguare, Francisco Fellove, Orch. Ritmo
Oriental, Orch. Aliamen, Orch. Rumbavana and Irakere.
All hits, no filler.
Qbadisc 9006... $14.99CD
E.T. Mensah ALL FOR YOU
E.T. Mensah DAY BY DAY
If you've ever read a history of Ghanaian highlife then you are familiar
with the "King of Highlife", ET Mensah. ALL FOR YOU contains 17 classic
cuts from the 50s and DAY BY DAY has 15 cuts recorded in the 50s and 60s.
Very enjoyable listening in addition to being historical documents.
Retro 1,3... $14.99CD
Balla et Ses Balladins OBJECTIF PERFECTION
The Syliphone recordings of the state sponsored bands of Guinea (of
which Bembeya Jazz is the best known) have been highly sought after
by collectors for a long time. This reissue compiles all of SLP 75
and one track each from SLP 8, SLP 15, SLP 35 and SLP 23.
Popular African Music OA302... $16.99CD
Oumou Dioubate FOUROU
I didn't know that Oumou had made another recording as leader until
this arrived from Paris. Of course there are no notes or recording
dates, but I believe FOUROU predates LANCEY-STCD 1046. As on LANCEY,
Oumou concerns herself with creating a Manding pop sound. Featuring
Kante Manfila on guitar and a large horn section.
Gefraco 070...$13.99CD
Kante Manfila & Balla Kalla KANKAN BLUES
Recorded in 91 by German producer Gunter Gretz, this recording is a set
of relaxed tunes by guitar great Kante Manfila on a return home to his
hometown of Kan Kan. Very nice.
Popular African Music 201... $16.99CD
Kante Manfila N'NA NIWALE
Subtitled "kankan blues chapter II", in addition to Kante this recording
features Djessou Mory Kante-guitar,Papa Diabate-kora, Ibrahima
Soumano-balafon, and Fanta Diabate, Oumou Diabate, Sona Diabate-backing
vocals. Very nice acoustic outing. Also included is a discography of
Kante's recordings as a leader.
Popular African Music 402... $16.99CD
Momo "Wandel" Soumah MATCHOWE
The subject of a feature article in a recent Option magazine, Momo is
a sax/clarinet player who is working to carve out a jazz style
incorporating the traditional sounds and instruments of Guinea.
His all acoustic approach is one I wish more African musicians would
take. Recommended.
Doundoumba 82814-2... $15.99CD
Samba Mapangala & Orchestre Virunga VIRUNGA VOLCANO
This recording from the early 80s had acquired cult status in England
and was one of the first titles rereleased when Earthworks went into
high gear in the late 80s. Samba is one of the legion of Zairean
musicians who moved to Nairobi in the 70s and set up shop. A classic.
Earthworks 2-91408... $13.99CD
Various Artists KENYA DANCE MANIA
10 song compilation featuring the Maroon Commandos (2), Gabriel Omolo
& His Apollo Komesha (4), Les Wanyika, H.O. Kabasellah, Wanyika Super
Les Les and Daniel Kamau.
Earthworks 2423-2... $13.99CD
Various Artists
A WORLD OUT OF TIME, VOL. 2 HENRY KAISER/DAVID LINDLEY IN MADAGASCAR
This is the much anticipated follow up to VOL. 1, which was one of the
best selling world music album of all time. Like the first volume,
Kaiser and Lindley wisely stay out of the way, only adding a few solos
and a vocal. Not to worry, they didn't use up all the good tracks on
the first volume. A fine followup.
Shanachie 64048... $14.99CD SPECIAL ORDER ONLY
Salif Keita SORO
This recording sounds as fresh and innovative today as it did when it
was released in 87. Recorded in Paris with a big budget, not only did it
launch Salif onto the world stage, it set the tone for the emerging
modern Manding sound. An absolute classic which should be in every
record collection!
Mango 9808... $15.99CD
Sali Sidibe WASSOULOU FOLI
This CD compiles Sali's latest Syllart release, three cuts from KBK910,
her all acoustic masterpiece, and a remix of
Djen Magni with English lyrics added.
Stern's STCD1047... $13.99CD
Various Artists WOMEN OF MALI THE WASSOULOU SOUND
When it was released in 1991, this compilation served notice to the
world that women singers from the southern region of Mali were doing
big things. Included are Sali Sidibe (3), Oumou Sangare, Coumba Sidibe
(2), Djenaba Diakite (2) and Kagbe Sidibe.
Stern's 1035... $13.99CD
Barrister NEW FUJI GARBAGE
This classic was recorded in 90 and features almost 60 minutes of the
good Doctor's special percussion and vocal magic.
Globestyle 067... $16.99CD
Africando VOL.2 TIERRA TRADICIONAL
Here's the followup to 93's enormusly successful TROVADOR. Quite often
the second volume from a session is mostly remainders, but not here.
In fact, I think I like this volume better.
Stern's 1054... $13.99CD
Etoile de Dakar XALIS
XALIS was Youssou N'Dour's first record with the newly formed Etoile de Dakar.
Popular African Music ADC303...$16.99CD
Doudou Ndiaye Rose DJABOTE
Widely considered to be the master of sabar drumming, Doudou fronts
a fifty member ensemble, made up in no small number by his offspring.
Cited by Baaba Maal as the most awesome musician he has ever met,
Doudou's music is also greatly admired by Peter Gabriel, who included a
track from DJABOTE on his PLUS FROM US recording.
Real World/ Caroline 30986... $15.99CD
Mansour Seck N'DER FOUTA TOORO VOL.1
Mansour is Baaba Maal's right hand man and figures
prominently in just about everything Baaba does. N'DER FOUTA...
brings Mansour to the front, singing and playing guitar, accompanied
by a largely acoustic string and drum ensemble. Compiled from two
cassette releases, in addition to Mansour, Mauritanian griot Ousmane
Hamady Diop takes the lead for four tracks. Very nice all the way around.
Oh yeah, Baaba sings on one track.
Stern's 1061... $13.99CD
S.E. Rogie DEAD MEN DON'T SMOKE MARIJUANA
Rogie's was one of the old time greats of West African music. His
relaxed palm wine style, with it's acoustic guitar and lyrics in
English and Creole, won him a large following both at home and
internationally. His career spanned several decades and he even lived
in the Bay area for a number of years in the '70s. DEAD MEN... was on
the market for a very short time when he died on July 4 while on tour
in Europe. It is a beautiful recording and makes a fine addition to
anyone's collection.
Realworld 2344-2... $14.99CD
Mzwakhe Mbuli RESISTANCE IS DEFENCE
Mzawakhe made his name as a poet, but for a number of years has been
utilizing instrumental accompaniment to get his message across.
Earthworks STEW25CD... $13.99CD
Various Artists THE KINGS AND QUEENS OF TOWNSHIP JIVE
This 16 song compilation collects some of the greatest recordings from
the golden period of township jive/ mbaqanga, the late '60s to late '70s.
Included are Abafana Baseqhudeni (2), Lulu Masilela, Mbazo, Mahlathini &
the Mahotella Queens (2), Thomas Phale (3), Soul Brothers (2), West
Nkosi (2) and Mahotella Queens (3). Essential.
Earthworks STEW20CD... $13.99CD
Mlimani Park Orchestra SIKINDE
What can I say, I loved this recording so much I put my money where my
mouth is and reissued it. Originally available as a very expensive German
import, when it went out of print I seized the opportunity to make it
the second release on my fledling label. I think what attracted me to it
initially was the great horn arrangements, but everything about the
group: the tunes, the vocals, the grooves are simply great. In short,
if you don't already have it, buy it now!
Africassette 9402... $13.99CD
Remmy Ongala SONGS FOR THE POOR MAN
Remmy, or Dr. Remmy as he is referred to in Tanzania, is highly regarded
in Dar for his insightful and witty comments on life, but since most
of us can't understand Swahili we just have to groove on his rich voice
and the swinging rumba created by him and the band. When it was
released in 1989, this recording made quite a few Best Of The Year lists.
Real World 2305-2...$14.99CD
Remmy Ongala and Orchestre Super Matimila MAMBO
The 1992 followup to SONGS FOR THE POOR MAN, MAMBO was recorded during
the 1991 Recording Week at Real World Studios. It features more of
Remmy's wonderful music, with the only notable difference being he
sings a number of songs in English.
Real World 2320-2...$14.99CD
CONGO COLOSSUS:
THE LIFE AND LEGACY OF FRANCO & OK JAZZ by Graeme Ewens $16.99
This newly published 320 page book follows Franco from his childhood to
his acendency as Africa's most loved artist. Also included are
translations of several of his songs, an extensive discography and many
rare photos.
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