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    Mothers' Garden (The Funky Sounds Of Female Africa 1975 - 1984)Various Artists

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    • Uta Bella – Enyin
    • Mona Finnih – Ani Kewa Jo
    • Cida Desvarieux – Nou Ke Sa Inmew
    • Christy – Time Waits For No One
    • Akofa Akoussah – Tango
    • Carmen Ezumah – Tala Tala
    • The Lijadu Sisters – Danger
    • Bakambi Nkela – Killmanjaro
    • Miriam Makeba – Xica Da Silva
    • 1. Letta Mbulu – Kilimandjaro Take Us Higher
    • 2. Uta Bella – Enyin
    • 3. Mona Finnih – Ani Kewa Jo
    • 4. Cida Desvarieux – Nou Ke Sa Inmew
    • 5. Christy – Time Waits For No One
    • 6. Akofa Akoussah – Tango
    • 7. Carmen Ezumah – Tala Tala
    • 8. The Lijadu Sisters – Danger
    • 9. Bakambi Nkela – Killmanjaro
    • 10. Miriam Makeba – Xica Da Silva

    Africa Seven continue their series of excellent compilations, this time highlighting the unique contribution from some of Africa's most recognised female artists and some lesser known ones for good measure. Wonderful mix of afro-soul, disco and afro-beat. Featuring tracks from Letta Mbulu, The Lijadu Sisters, Miriam Makeba and many more.

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