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    Afro Baby The Evolution of the Afro-Sound in Nigeria 1970-79

    Soundway
      • 1. The Sahara All Stars – Alikail Adajo
      • 2. Bola Johnson – Lagos Sisi
      • 3. The Mebusas – Son Of Mr Bull Dog
      • 4. Fela Ransome Kuti And The Africa 70 – Fogo Fogo
      • 5. The Don Issac Ezekiel Combination – Ire
      • 6. Tunji Oyelana And The Benders – Ipasan
      • 7. Fred Fisher – Asa Sa
      • 8. Orlando Julius And His Afro Sounders – Mura Sise
      • 9. Thony Shorby Nyenwi – No Wrong Show
      • 10. Dr Victor Olaiya International All Stars – Omelebele
      • 11. Stephen Osita Amaechi And His Afro Rhythm Skies – Afro Baby
      • 12. The Martin Brothers Dance Band – Ochonma

      Another superb compilation of rare African music from Sound Way Records with a 16 page booklet full of loads of notes and photos. This album focusses on Nigeria, the major hotbed of 1970s African dance music, where African rhythms and culture were fused with jazz, funk, soul and rock!

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