Tag Archives: afro funk

SONG OF THE DAY Ikebe Shakedown – Horses

Posted on March 12, 2021 by The Listening Post Blog

The sound of howling wind and the cry of a lone guitar melody sets a lonesome scene for today’s song as Horses drifts into the ears.  Definitely a contrast to New York’s Ikebe Shakedown’s usual sonic frenzies, but one that … Continue reading →

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SONG OF THE DAY Sorry Bamba – Porry

Posted on November 23, 2020 by The Listening Post Blog

One of the most pivotal figures in the history of Malian music is Sorry Bamba! Born to a noble and a veteran in 1938, it was music that shaped Sorry Bamba’s life and his birth home that sparked this lifelong … Continue reading →

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SONG OF THE DAY Ikebe Shakedown – Adonai

Posted on October 24, 2020 by The Listening Post Blog

One of the last two cuts to appear as part of Colemine Records’ ‘Brighter Days Ahead’ series of weekly singles is new Ikebe Shakedown single, Adonai.  Ennio Morricone provided a huge amount of inspiration to Ikebe Shakedown so this piece was a pleasure for the band!  … Continue reading →

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SONG OF THE DAY Camayenne Sofa – Wayakangai

Posted on March 18, 2020 by The Listening Post Blog

Formerly known as Camayenne Sextet (named after the Camayenne Hotel where the first rehearsals of this students band took place in 1973), the Camayenne Sofa came together in 1974 and were one of the most influential groups in Guinea, West … Continue reading →

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SONG OF THE DAY Sidiku Buari – This Is Music

Posted on March 17, 2020 by The Listening Post Blog

“I’m a native of Ghana, a singer, dancer, percussionist, composer and co-arranger. I feel through my music – as waxed in this collection is a development which comes from the ingredients of the traditional music and culture of Ghana. There … Continue reading →

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SONG OF THE DAY Minyo Crusaders – Akita Nikata Bushi (Ethiopian Groove)

Posted on May 28, 2019 by The Listening Post Blog

….With songs encouraging dancing and drinking, the Crusaders are on a mission to bring “highbrow” min’yō back to it’s “lowlife” roots -whilst also bringing traditional Japanese music onto the global music stage… Comprising of ten multi-instrumentalists (of which three are … Continue reading →

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SONG OF THE DAY The Budos Band – Valley of the Damned

Posted on April 12, 2019 by The Listening Post Blog

For nearly 15 years Brooklyn’s finest psychedelic afro-soul instrumental outfit have been creating their unique fusions of 60’s/70’s, jazz, deep funk and Afro-beat sounds. Today the multi-skilled creators of all things sonically magical have released a brand new album entitled … Continue reading →

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SONG OF THE DAY Jungle Fire – Snake Pit

Posted on December 4, 2018 by The Listening Post Blog

Jungle Fire are a rousing bunch of musicians from LA.  Their original fusions incorporate a fine blend of Latin, funk, Afro and soul, earning them the title of the Tropi-Funk Juggernauts! Starting out with the intentions of only ever being … Continue reading →

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SONG OF THE DAY Jungle Fire – Firewalker

Posted on August 18, 2018 by The Listening Post Blog

Released in 2013 via Colemine Records Firewalker was the sophomore 7-inch from Jungle Fire, an Afro-latin funk band from LA who formed in 2011. It’s a dancefloor special with a fuzzy bongo breakdown! Check it out above and order your … Continue reading →

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SONG OF THE DAY Grant Phabao Afrofunk Arkestra – Talking & Singing

Posted on July 21, 2018 by The Listening Post Blog

So much funk going on, so what do you do? You share this groovy goodness and introduce the sounds of Grant Phabao Afrofunk Arkestra.  Paris DJ’s released the band’s eponymous LP last month and what a corker it is! The record features … Continue reading →

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