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GoldLink - U Say (Ft. Tyler, The Creator & Jay Prince)
GoldLink - U Say (Ft. Tyler, The Creator & Jay Prince)
Sounds like: Wizkid, Burna Boy
Tags: Editor's Pick, rap, neo-soul, afro-beat
By Dylan Heneck on Jun 6, 2019 | GoldLink probably had this joint ready to go -- it was always going to be popular -- and make the clever decision to reach out and get the buzziest artist at the moment, Tyler, The Creator, to jump onboard. That's ... read more →
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TSHEGUE - The Wheel
TSHEGUE - The Wheel
Sounds like: Pongo, Nakhane, Angélique Kidjo
By Tobias Handke on Apr 19, 2019 | Its been a long time between drinks but TSHEGUE, the duo of Congolese singer Faty Sy Savanet and French-Cuban producer Nicolas Dacunha, are back with pulsating new single "The Wheel." Another dynamic release featuring Savanet's hypnotic vocals and D... read more →
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Ibibio Sound Machine - Tell Me (Doko Mien)
Ibibio Sound Machine - Tell Me (Doko Mien)
Sounds like: The Funkees, Afrika Bambaataa, Pongo
By Tobias Handke on Jan 10, 2019 | If you're looking for an early morning pick me up then look no further. London's genre bending Ibibio Sound Machine return with the funk-infused dance floor starter "Tell Me (Doko Mien)."  Taken from their forthcoming sophomore album Doko Mien, this... read more →
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Pongo - Baia
Pongo - Baia
Sounds like: M.I.A., Grace Jones, Erykah Badu
By Tobias Handke on Sep 21, 2018 | "Baia" is the energetic third single from Angolan sensation Pongo's forthcoming debut EP. A driving slice of afro-beat with electronica flourishes, this track is made for dancing too, with the film clip reminding me of classic Missy Elliot videos of... read more →
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INFLO - No Fear
INFLO - No Fear
Sounds like: Fela Kuti, Ebo Taylor, Peter King
Tags: Editor's Pick, world music, afro-beat, afro-soul
By Dylan Heneck on Sep 5, 2018 | This is the sunshine I needed in my week. Not because life's depressing or any of that, just because it's cold and actually kinda dark outside. In Xhosa you'd say: "kusibekele namhlanje," which means it's overcast today. Fun fact, it's also raining ... read more →
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Pongo - Kuzola
Pongo - Kuzola
Sounds like: M.I.A., Grace Jones, Erykah Badu
By Tobias Handke on Jun 8, 2018 | Following on from the military-esque call to arms of, "Tambulaya," Angolan artist Pongo returns with the slightly more subdued "Kuzola." Oozing with the vibrancy of her previous single, "Kuzola" is more understated, with it's African rhythms melding... read more →
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TSHEGUE - Muanapoto
TSHEGUE - Muanapoto
Sounds like: Pongo, Nakhane, Angélique Kidjo
Tags: Editor's Pick, female vocalist, afro-beat, tribal
By Tobias Handke on Jun 1, 2018 | This week French act TSHEGUE released the film clip for their striking a single "Muanapoto."  An electrifying explosion of African rhythms, tribal pop and pummelling percussion, "Muanapoto" is one hell of a groovy tune. Fronted by French-Congolese ... read more →
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Pongo - Tambulaya
Pongo - Tambulaya
Sounds like: M.I.A., Grace Jones, Erykah Badu
By Tobias Handke on Apr 19, 2018 | Few new artists have got me as excited as Angolan talent Pongo. Inspired by a vast array of singers and songwriters, including African artists Salif Keita, Don Caetano, Monike Seka and Bonga, along with Westerners like Grace Jones, Alicia Keys and Ti... read more →
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