• Rob – Funky Rob Way
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    • Rob – Boogie On
    • Rob – Just One More Time
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    • 1. Funky Rob Way
    • 2. Forgive Us All
    • 3. Boogie On
    • 4. Just One More Time
    • 5. Your Kiss Stole Me Away
    • 6. More

    Accra-born pianist and frontman only released a few albums in small quantities, yet two of them are among the most sought-after records from 70’s Africa. This was the first. Afro-funk at it's finest. Another killer Reissue from the Mr Bongo camp!

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            Di MeloKilariô / PernalongoMr Bongo
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                  Sven WunderMagnolia / LotusMr Bongo
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                  Dee Dee BridgewaterAfro BlueMr Bongo
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                  • – Keep It Movin'
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                  Joyce / Rosinha da ValenciaAldeia de Ogum / SummertimeMr Bongo
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                  • Joyce – Aldeia de Ogum
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