A few months after the release of Mawimbi first album “Bubbling”, they decided to have some of its tracks remixed by artists who have been dear friends and collaborators of Mawimbi for a long time (Pouvoir Magique, Jo Bissa, Marius & Cesar, Daniel Monaco, Mr. Boom, Afro Pupo). A mix of genres and influences, these… Continue reading Mawimbi – Fôli Kadi (Daniel Monaco Afrobeat Version) [Mawimbi Records]
Tag: afrobeat
Izzy Wise – Aye [Délicieuse Musique]
Newcomer Izzy Wise delivers a wonderful funk and afrobeat upcoming EP Keep It Movin’, right before summer, on french label Délicieuse Records. After releasing on japanese institution Mule Musiq, the producer hits us with four serious disco-house burners. «AKA», one of his most disco afro-beat tunes, is a straight-up boat party anthem with happy vibes.… Continue reading Izzy Wise – Aye [Délicieuse Musique]
Dancing People – Nimele [ Dancing People Vol 5]
‘Dancing People Volume 5’ drops in July of this year, and as you would expect, here is another release that digs deep into archives. London based artist XOA continues the edits series with 2 dance floor focussed belters in the form of ‘Sekele’ on the A-Side and ‘Nimele’ on the B- Side. The label has also… Continue reading Dancing People – Nimele [ Dancing People Vol 5]
Gordan Koang – South Sudan (Andras House Remix) [Music In Exile]
Gordon Koang, South Sudan’s enigmatic superstar and ceaseless fountain of infectious, upbeat pop music, kick starts 2021 by revealing a series of remixes from his recent Unity album, this time partnering with two of the undisputed leaders of electronic music in his adopted home city of Melbourne, Australia – Sleep D and Andras. Stranded overseas… Continue reading Gordan Koang – South Sudan (Andras House Remix) [Music In Exile]
Alma Negra – Back In Town [Heist Recordings]
When your roots have a broad geographical diversity, it’s very likely this will resonate in the music you make. This is certainly the case with Alma Negra and their new release on Heist. It seems they have embraced all their cultural influences more than ever in their new ‘Dakar Disco EP’. The whole record oozes… Continue reading Alma Negra – Back In Town [Heist Recordings]
Afriquoi – Sam sam [Mawimbi]
Afriquoi are back with their ‘Time is a Gift Which We Share All the Time’ EP. Taken from a line from the track ‘Ndeko Solo’, the title is a reminder of the blessedness of being alive and the intimate connection of all things.This is the first EVER Afriquoi release where the whole band has gone… Continue reading Afriquoi – Sam sam [Mawimbi]
Kiko Navarro – Beréde (feat. Aboubacar Sylla) [Wonderwheel Recordings]
Carving out an enviable reputation across the globe for his distinctive and highly personal brand of House music, Kiko Navarro’s voyage of sonic discovery has been going strong for almost three decades now. From London to the Far East, Kiko has travelled far and wide with his music, embracing sounds from each continent as he… Continue reading Kiko Navarro – Beréde (feat. Aboubacar Sylla) [Wonderwheel Recordings]
Alma Negra – Tsavo [Alma Negra Records]
Basel’s Alma Negra return to their eponymous label for the first time since summer 2019’s Alma Negra Remixed EP, with a dancefloor-focused collection of three brand new club-ready productions. The driving and Tsavo opens the EP with dynamic layered percussion and a classic house hook. Title track Manta is a journey into deeper waters, floating… Continue reading Alma Negra – Tsavo [Alma Negra Records]
Eddie Logix – Sunday Palaver [Rocksteady Disco]
Rocksteady Disco‘s newest recruit is Eddie Logix. He’s been at the heart of the Detroit underground for over 15 years, most recently with his Technically Yeah live hardware nights, a grip of ambient and hip-hop releases, engineering for Assemble Sound. He’s one half of left-field funk-hop duo Mega Powers with Pig Pen, and of BLKSHRK… Continue reading Eddie Logix – Sunday Palaver [Rocksteady Disco]
Demi Riquísimo – 54 Reasons (Original Mix) [Semi Delicious]
From time to time, a new name will appear on the scene with a unique, standout sound that commands people at all levels of the industry to sit up and take notice. Following two sold-out EPs on his vinyl-only imprint, Semi Delicious, UK producer Demi Riquísimo is one such example and on the 9th August… Continue reading Demi Riquísimo – 54 Reasons (Original Mix) [Semi Delicious]
Nahawa Doumbi – Djina Mousso (Tom Jay Edit)
The sixth edition of the Sterns Edits series sees label head Ben Gomori and rising star Tom Jay tackle two big tracks by Malian singer Nahawa Doumbia. Hailing from the Wassoulou region of Mali — which has produced many other stars, not least Oumou Sangaré — Nahawa has been a significant force since the late… Continue reading Nahawa Doumbi – Djina Mousso (Tom Jay Edit)
Jinku – A1 [Banana Hill]
DJs, parties and emerging record label, Banana Hill, is an imprint that started its journey in Sheffield before travelling to the deepest darkest corners of Manchester’s Hidden warehouses and Soup Kitchen dance floors. The label has continued to evolve musically and geographically over the past few years, releasing music from all over the globe, providing… Continue reading Jinku – A1 [Banana Hill]