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Afropop's 2007 Spring HOT PICKS!
Ricardo Lemvo & Makina Loca, “Isabella” (Congo)
Spanish Harlem Orchestra, “United We Swing” (U.S.A.)
Lura, “M’bem Di Fora” (Cape Verde)
Vusi Mahlasela, “Guiding Star” (South Africa)
Angelique Kidjo, “Djin Djin” (Benin)
Various Artists, “Bokoor Beats” (Nigeria)
Juju Duarte, “Da Rua Dos Ossos” (Brazil)
Ricardo Lemvo, Makina Loca
Ricardo Lemvo, Makina Loca
Ricardo Lemvo, Makina Loca
Ricardo Lemvo, Makina Loca "Isabela" (Mopiato Music 2007)
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Spanish Harlem Orchestra "United We Swing" (Six Degrees 2007)
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Lura "M'bem Di Fora" (Times Square Records 2006)
The most exciting Cape Verdean singer to hit the scene since Cesaria Evora, Lura does not disappoint on her second international release. If anything, the blend of animated funana, batuku, mazurka and morna is more nuanced and polished than on her superb new release. (see the rest of Banning Eyre’s review on this album here)
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Vusi Mahlasela "Guiding Star" (ATO Records 2007)
Vusi Mahlasela is perhaps the most nuanced and savvy of a burgeoning crop of African singer-songwriters. He is as apt to sing in English as in Zulu or Xhosa, and when he does, he makes sure his message hits home. (see the rest of Banning Eyre’s review on this album here)
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Angelique Kidjo "Djin Djin" (Razor & Tie 2007)
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Various artists "Bokoor Beats – Vintage afro-beat, afro-rock & electric highlife from Ghana" (Otrabanda 2007)
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Juju Duarte "Da Rua Dos Ossos" (Art Hurts Records 2007)
Juju Duarte is an unsung treasure of backstreet Rio de Janeiro. He sang for 20 years in samba clubs in Rio, but also at religious gatherings and street parties. (see the rest of Banning Eyre’s review on this album here)
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Also look for these recommended titles.
Erol Josué "Regleman" (Mi5 Recordings 2007)
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Tinariwen "Aman Iman: Water Is Life" (World Village 2007)
The kings and queens of desert folk rock have produced their most satisfying and fully realized recording to date. This is Tinariwen's third CD since their 2001 international debut, but the group's history goes back into the mysterious world of Touareg. (see the rest of Banning Eyre’s review on this album here)
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Bebel Gilberto "Momento" (Six Degrees 2007)
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King Sunny Adé "Gems From The Classic Years (1967-1974)" (Shanachie 2007)
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Nawal "Aman" (Self Produced 2007)
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Tcheka "Nu Monde" (Lusafrica 2006)
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Mory Kante, Rail Band "Le Rail Band, Feat. Mory Kante" (Sheer Sound 2007)
Now from the archives of Senegalese producer Ibrahima Sylla, and his Syllart label, comes a welcome set of "Classic Titles" releases, including this gem. This wild and quirky set of seven, mostly very long, tracks brings Djelimady's recollections to life. (see the rest of Banning Eyre’s review on this album here)
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