Tag Archives: Afrobeat

SONG OF THE DAY Fela Kuti & His Africa ’70 – Who’re You?

Posted on May 2, 2024 by The Listening Post Blog

To get the big picture of Fela Kuti’s musical journey, you have to start with his education at London’s Trinity College School of Music. While his family had sent him to England to study medicine, Fela’s musical aspirations would ultimately … Continue reading →

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SONG OF THE DAY Kamal Keila – African Unity

Posted on April 28, 2024 by The Listening Post Blog

I’m amazed that I’ve still not bought this album, it was 2018 that I first featured Kamal Keila and this is the third time the LP Post has shared his glowing sound (check out the other two posts, here) The … Continue reading →

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SONG OF THE DAY Arnau Obiols & KAYYAK – San Diego

Posted on April 26, 2024 by The Listening Post Blog

Known for blending cultural influences into cosmic soundscapes, electronic music producer’s Arnau Obiols and KAYYAK recently released two new tracks…I say this like I know who they are, but tonight is the first time I’ve heard of both the artists … Continue reading →

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SONG OF THE DAY Joe Ghatt – Always Remember

Posted on March 28, 2024 by The Listening Post Blog

Winter’s clutches may still be upon us, but I’m willing to wager a hefty amount that when you press play, the (sonic) sunbeams of this lightweight dream will cast a sun-drenched glow upon you! Hailing from New Zealand, but now … Continue reading →

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SONG OF THE DAY Azmari – Abyssai Wandering

Posted on March 25, 2024 by The Listening Post Blog

It’s hard not feel like a charmed snake rising up from the darkness when cast under the sinuous spell of Azmari’s Abyssai Wandering.  The music of this band is very hypnotic – such is their gift to enchant! At just … Continue reading →

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SONG OF THE DAY The Don Isaac Ezekiel Combination – Ire

Posted on March 10, 2024 by The Listening Post Blog

I lose count how many songs I listen to in the course of a day, let alone a week, but every so often I  press play and instantly know there is something I am going to like/love about that track. … Continue reading →

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SONG OF THE DAY Abeti et les Redoutables – Musique Tshiluba

Posted on February 11, 2024 by The Listening Post Blog

Due for release in a couple of months time, Analog Africa have repressed the highly valued and long-since sold out Congo Funk! Sound Madness From The Shores Of The Mighty Congo River: Kinshasa/Brazzaville 1969-1982. Containing 14 tracks, this compilation wonderfully … Continue reading →

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SONG OF THE DAY Mercury Dance Band – Envy No Good

Posted on January 1, 2024 by The Listening Post Blog

HAPPY NEW YEAR…I just about made the 1st day of 2024 and thought I’d greet 2024 with some fiery Afrobeat goodness!!! What I have for you today is some crazy-go-lucky Afro-funkiness! Issued in 1973 on a label called Ride Away, … Continue reading →

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SONG OF THE DAY Musi-O-Tunya – When I’m Gone

Posted on November 28, 2023 by The Listening Post Blog

Throughout the late 1960’s and early 1970’s when afrobeat and highlife was a staple part of the African music scene, something different was emerging and bubbling away under the surface. Now known as Zamrock, this new genre of music was born … Continue reading →

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SONG OF THE DAY Yoruba Singers – No Intention

Posted on August 8, 2023 by The Listening Post Blog

Contrary to their name, The Yoruba Singers were not originally from Nigeria and actually formed in Georgetown, Guyana in 1971. What gave them the idea for their band name was the strength in which they identified with the area from … Continue reading →

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