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Reviews

If you can't hear many of the records illustrated on this site, at least you can get similar sounds on CD. This section of the site features reviews of recent CD releases of vintage African music.

Bembeya Jazz: The Syliphone Years Superbly packaged and realised tribute to this giant among bands from Guinee
Early Guitar Music From West Africa Rare opportunity to hear some very early commercial recordings, from original 78s, 1927-1929
Ghana Soundz Ultra-rare and previously unreleased Afro-beat, Funk and Fusion from 70s Ghana, on brand-new label
Soul Of Angola Generous compilation of recordings from Angola, generally less well-known than the music of its neighbours.
Electric Highlife 1980s Ghanaian highlife from the Bokoor studios - great music, budget price
Guy Warren (Kofi Ghanaba) Previously unissued sessions by the master percussionist from Ghana, on Retroafric.
Super Eagles Rare Decca LP and even rarer singles, compiled by Retroafric.
Origins of Guitar Music Magnificent acoustic guitar music, from the Hugh Tracey collections.
Abdullah Ibrahim: African Sun Great South African jazz at bargain price, originally only issued on SA LPs.
The History Of Township Music Outstanding historical anthology of South African music.
Morogoro Jazz Band Compilation of rare singles from one of the finest of Tanzanian guitar bands.
Cuban Marimba Band Despite their name, this is pioneering dance music from Tanzania, from 78s and 45s.
The Rough Guide to Franco Compilation covering the entire career of the great Congolese guitarist.
Afro Rock Vol.1 Obscure Afro-rock, Afro-funk etc, drawn from various countries, compiled by Duncan Brooker.
Orlando Julius Afrostrut's compilation, based on a 1960s LP and some singles.
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