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Hugh Tracey's Historical Recordings of Central, East, and South African Music
Two Bandcamp albums that compile some of the many songs Tracey collected in Africa.
Pick of the Week - Juluka (South Africa)
A blast from the past (1984) from the South African band, Juluka.
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From the Archive: Bokete7 YouTube Channel
A YouTube channel that provides "An intimate visual experience of daily living in Botswana." And lots of guitar music.
Pick of the Week - Frank and His Sisters (Tanzania)
A 12-track release from Mississippi Records featuring a Tanzanian trio.
From the Archive: The Trance of Seven Colors (Morocco)
Thirty years ago sax legend Pharoah Sanders went to Africa to make an album.
Pick of the Week - Reader's Choice (Various)
Hi, readers. It's Pick of the Week time again and we're inviting you to share some African music you really like.
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African Election Songs
(Very catchy) songs from elections gone by in Botswana and Zimbabwe.
Pick of the Week - Afrika Festival Hertme (Various)
Feast your ears on a (really big) archive of performance videos from an African music festival in the Netherlands.

October 2024

From the Archive: Influences - Zimbabwe Frontline (1988)
A look back at an influential African music compilation.
Pick of the Week - Mr. Ongengo (Kenya)
Great music, dancing, and comedy (and unusual costumes), from Kenya.
Where to Start With Music of Africa
A few song recommendations for those who are new to the site. Or for those who would like to check out our top 10 favorites.
Pick of the Week - Giddes Chalamanda (Malawi)
Malawian musicians from two generations team up on a song by Giddes Chalamanda.
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