Category Archives: World Beat

SONG OF THE DAY Fawez – Shish Bourak

Posted on October 2, 2021 by The Listening Post Blog

Today’s offering whisks us off to Lebanon with a song of wayfaring mystery. Originally released as a single in 1970 and sang in French, for those who do not understand, the lyrics seem to transcend translation and instead communicates with … Continue reading →

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SONG OF THE DAY Bab L’ Bluz – Gnawa Beat

Posted on June 19, 2020 by The Listening Post Blog

Honouring her Moroccan heritage whilst powering forward in what has been a very male-dominated role, African/Moroccan-born Yousra Mansour fronts new band Bab L’ Bluz with staggering virtue. A recent signing to UK label, Real World Records (who describe their new … Continue reading →

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SONG OF THE DAY El Rego et son ensemble typique – Bambino-Blue

Posted on April 24, 2020 by The Listening Post Blog

Take a few minutes out to savour today’s smooth, sweet instrumental treat!  With it’s meandering melody and sultry jazz/blues undertones, this is music to watch the world go by with, or to sit and drink with..this is a sound that … Continue reading →

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SONG OF THE DAY Ignace de Souza & The Melody Aces – Asaw Fofor

Posted on June 7, 2018 by The Listening Post Blog

Just over ten years ago Analog Africa’s label owner and avid vinyl collector, Samy Ben Redjeb took a trip to Cotonou, Benin in the hope of seeking out some new and interesting records.  What was unearthed when he arrived and began his … Continue reading →

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SONG OF THE DAY Abu Obaida Hassan – Qamar Al Massa (Moon of the Night)

Posted on April 26, 2018 by The Listening Post Blog

I have just stumbled upon this track and sat through the 8:15 minutes of it thoroughly transfixed.. Rhythmically its a dream, a dream that sends you into a trance with mesmerising percussion and melodic call and response vocals.. The talent … Continue reading →

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SONG OF THE DAY Trio Da Kali and Kronos Quartet – Eh Ya Ye

Posted on September 14, 2017 by The Listening Post Blog

When music from such vastly different origins come together and sound as good as this, you cannot help but feel a charge of pure excitement! Tomorrow, World Circuit Records are releasing Ladilikan, a new album by Mali’s Trio Da Kali and San Francisco’s … Continue reading →

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SONG OF THE DAY Jo Tongo – Piani

Posted on September 13, 2017 by The Listening Post Blog

London and Paris-based label Africa Seven are purveyor’s of fine African music and with Jo Tongo’s forthcoming African Funk Experimentals (1968​-​1982 + 2017) album due for release at the end of this month, I feel we are in for another audio treat! Born Joseph Ekambi … Continue reading →

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5 JUICY SONGS OF THE DAY!!!…to keep you going whilst the LP Blog is away.

Posted on June 29, 2017 by The Listening Post Blog

It’s that time of year again and the LP Blog is off gallivanting for a week as of tomorrow, so today is a special treat! Not just one song of the day, but FIVE!! Yes, here are five lovely tracks … Continue reading →

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SONG OF THE DAY Majid Bekkas – Mrhaba (Cervo Edit)

Posted on April 11, 2017 by The Listening Post Blog

Today’s song was an instant YES PLEASE for me with its inviting, uplifting and upbeat feel; this is the kind of slap in the face that you welcome when you are feeling tired after a long day, this is the vibrant … Continue reading →

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SONG OF THE DAY Flamingods – Kewali

Posted on March 18, 2017 by The Listening Post Blog

“We like to make noise with instruments collected from around the world.” Flamingods. The Flamingods are an exquisite blend of 5 musicians, all of whom are greatly inspired by world music and instrumentation.  Pronounced ‘fla-min-gods’, they see their calling as an … Continue reading →

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