Various Artists - Nigeria Special Vol.3 : Electronic Innovation Meets Culture And Tradition 1978-93 [3LP]

Soundway

£30.58

Format: 3 x LP
Catalogue No.: SNDWLP167
Barcode: 5060571362704
Release Date: 22 Nov 2024
Genre: African, World, Highlife, Electronic

Soundway Records presents a collection of Nigerian music chronicling a time when drum machines, synthesisers, imported pop, reggae, disco and soul collided with highlife, juju and cultural music.

The late 70s saw a period of political turbulence and prompted change across the country. Following suit, musicians and producers entered a period of experimentation, adaptation, modification and innovation, using new technology to renew and refresh cultural traditions. Nigerians formed their own unique approach to the limitless creativity these new instruments offered, to reveal a distinct sound which would dominate local airwaves for the decade to come. Nigeria Special Volume 3 celebrates the rich diversity of culture and musical styles of the nation, showcasing eighteen tracks across various genres which laid foundations for the innovation of Afrobeats artists of today.

Triple Vinyl gatefold LP compiled by Miles Cleret and Jeremy Spellacey, includes a large 8 page booklet with detailed liner notes, record scans and never-seen-before photos.

SIDE A
1. Ozzobia Ndi Oma
2. Sammy Obot Edue Ukot Akpa Itong
3. Eppi Fanio Farofa Dancer
SIDE B
1. Etiene T. Boy Jealousy
2. Ayo Manuel Do Good (Dub)
3. Feladey Experience
SIDE C
1. Chimex G Udensity And His Afrikan Band
Okpoko Na Azo Eze (Edit)
2. I.S.C.A.C. Band Igbo Nwe Egwu (Edit)
3. Jeje Jeje
SIDE D
1. Dizzy K Omoge
2. Blackman Akeeb Kareem Oya A (Eje Kajo)
3. Jimi Solanke - Owo Orisa Ancestral Respects
SIDE E
1. Soki Ohale Wumaya Awuma
2. Jap Band & Feladey Japadodo
3. Pal Sagie Esan
SIDE F
1. Mannix Okonkwo Ka Anyi Gbaa Egwu
2. Sonny Okosuns Highlife (Dub)
3. Wura Fadaka Band Eyo