Most refreshing set I've heard this year. What is this ABSOLUTE banger??

Available for pre-order on bandcamp. 

Mokomizik Records presents the first-ever reissue of this ultra-rare Latin-Jazz masterpiece. The Fantastic Variety in the Music of Panama - The Winsor Style and Calypso Impressions was privately released in the early 1960s by Panamanian pianist and songwriter Alonso Wilson De Briano.

Alonso described Panama as a country "with a foot in each side", referring to its unique geography that connects North and South America. The blending of Latin and English-speaking cultures had a big influence on Alonso, whose work draws on elements from West-Indian, Afro-Cuban and Panamanian folk musical styles. From the upbeat mambo rhythms of "Amigo" to the unusual combination of Calypso and Tamborera styles used in "My Brother, Too," Alonso weaves a rich musical tapestry into his arrangements. Back in 50s Panama, Alonso enjoyed relative success, with the likes of Orquesta Armando Boza and Tito Contreras performing his songs. So distinctive were his compositions that people had started referring to them by their own style - El stylito Winsor (the Winsor style), a reference to a club that Alonso performed at. Throughout his music career, Alonso worked with a number of renowned musicians, several of whom appear on the record, including Cuban-Jazz pioneer Arsenio Rodríguez's main bassist, Alfonso Joseph; and saxophonist and flutist Gene Jefferson to name a few.

Sadly, not many copies remain of Alonso's music today and the few that have surfaced over the years have naturally demanded high asking prices. This limited reissue aims to shed new light on Alonso's work and make it available for a new generation of listeners to enjoy. Great care has been taken to restore this record, using quality mastering to ensure maximum listening pleasure and retaining the original artwork with lyrics and the song descriptions written at the time. Each record comes with an insert containing restored photos and detailed biography, which features quotes from a rare interview with Alonso from the 1980s along with information gathered from his family and Alfonso Joseph, the only musician we could reach who plays on the record.

Limited to 500 copies. 180g LP with tip-on sleeve

Fantastic Variety In The Music Of Panama - The Winsor Style And Calypso Impressions

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Coy Haste - Sounds Unlimited (Edit)

Ahead of the much anticipated release of Música Macondo's 'Brasil Novo' compilation of deep, raw and contemporary Afro Brazilian samba, we are exited to premiere Grupo Bongar's electric take on Samba de Coco, "Vento Corredor". 

Música Macondo has unearthed eight contemporary Brazilian tracks on compilation 'Brasil Novo', disseminating the rich and percussive heritage of Brazil and Samba De Coco. Selected by DJs Tahira (Sao Paulo) and Tim Garcia (London), the diversity and positivity of Brazil shines, featuring elements of samba, candomble, batuques, jazz, folk and beyond, designed with the esoteric dancefloor in mind.

DJ Tahira is a massive Brazilian music fan and has been on a research journey for a number of years, dedicated to the preservation and archiving of music made or influenced by black and indigenous Brazilians. Based out of Sao Paulo he has a particular interest in the history of Samba de Coco, a folkloric musical form that was very popular in, (and probably originated from), the north east of Brazil, by slaves and indiginous people from working class backgrounds who came together, making a rhythmical mesh of sounds dating back hundreds of years and allowing them to carve a unique cultural identity.

Ignored or disregarded as inferior by Brazil's recording industry, there are few existing original recordings of this music from the twentieth century, relying instead on oral tradition and carnivals like those in Recife or Pernambuco. In recent times there has been a flux of contemporary proponents who mix Samba de Coco with other contemporary Brazilian musical forms. Brasil Novo features both the roots, and more divergent fusions.

In the current cultural impasse that Brazil is experiencing, with artists and musicians experiencing the withdrawal of funding and services and with concerts and clubs yet to get back to pre-pandemic levels, it's never been so important to give visibility to contemporary creativity. This compilation not only gives a needy international platform to new artists, it enables an archive of Afro Brazilian culture that in some cases is disappearing. It’s also a fine example of resistance and positivity, against the odds.

Grupo Bongar, well known in Brazil and internationally, combine all manners of Brazilian folk, axé and samba, whilst they also run a centre for percussion aimed at galvanising musicians from disadvantaged backgrounds.

Exclusive Premiere: Grupo Bongar "Vento Corredor" (Forthcoming on Música Macondo)

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On avait déjà reçu le duo Umoja en juin 2013 dans nos tous premiers studios et on était impatient de les faire venir au 6 rue beaurepaire pour remettre ça avec en prime la vidéo et les copains.

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From Cosmic Cabo Verde to synth-reggae at the Horn of Africa.

(Special Mix for Vinyl Factory)
Frankfurt-based label Analog Africa is easily one of the most noteworthy labels rescuing and reissuing Afro sounds.

In 2015, the label gave us an exceptional anthology of Afro-Cuban pioneer Amara Touré, not to mention a compilation of tracks plucked straight from the dance floors of ’70s Senegal. Last year, they blew our human minds with some of the most extraterrestrial synth music we’ve ever heard on Space Echo.

This year, the label turns ten. To celebrate label boss Samy Ben Redjeb and his DJ partner Pedo Knopp have recorded a special mix which we’re delighted to share here.

“What is special about this mix is the fact that all the songs, except one, will be released on Analog Africa in 2017,” says Samy. “They have all been handpicked by myself and mixed in real time, without loops or any other kind of gimmicks by Pedo.”

It’s a synth-ridden journey from reggae in the Horn of African to Cosmic sounds of Cabo Verde, wavey soca-boogie monsters and other proto-electronic Afro jams.

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Analog Africa Selection Vol.6 (2017) - 10 Years Anniversary Mix - Download and Share it !!!

A 4.5 hour live recording from Spiritland, London, UK, on their brilliant custom system

Live @ Spiritland, London. 10/07/18

German DJ Daniel Haaksman, label head of Man Recordings. Specialising in lesser known music from Africa, Asia and South America, he drops eclectic dance music on the infamous Beach Stage at Worldwide Festival 2018.

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Daniel Haaksman Live at Worldwide Festival 2018

Made this a few months back as a surprise for DJ Spinna's b-day party. I finally just finished it after thinking of all the people having to celebrate their birthdays in quarantine. I hope it lifts some spirits. Please download & share to anyone having a Birthday as it was meant to put a smile on people's faces & wiggle in the hips. * Free Download * Happy Birthday everyone!

Happy Saxy Birthday Song by Nickodemus feat Oran Etkin on sax

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Steve Cobby - 30 Years Of Fila Brazillia! - 07.04.2020

Le 7 août 1960, la Côte d’Ivoire gagnait son indépendance. Étienne Tron célèbre ce soixantenaire historique à sa manière avec un PAM Club d’exception concocté à partir de sa collection de vinyles personnelle.

Article : https://pan-african-music.com/pam-club-cote-divoire-secousse/

TRACKLIST
1. Tantie Oussou – Aoublé
2. Woya – Marguerita
3. John Johngos – Amilele
4. Anoman Brouh Felix – Sacoche
5. Blissi Tebil – Tata
6. Le Groupe Ajaco – Abidjan City
7. Daniel Gnaza – Zotche Kanahi
8. Le Grand Abenan Louis d’Anyama – Wul La Ye
9. T.P. Audiorama – Aye Wo Alemin
10. N’Guess Bon Sens – Ton Pied Mon Pied
11. Magic System – Magic Ambiance

PAM Club : Étienne Tron de Secousse - Côte d’Ivoire 80s

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Daniel Haaksman Live at Worldwide Festival 2018

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