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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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Oumou Sangaré - Fadjamou (St Germain Remix)
Oumou Sangaré - Fadjamou (St Germain Remix)
Sounds like: Henrik Schwarz, Daniel Haaksman
By Dylan Heneck on Mar 2, 2018 | The lounge walls suddenly turn blurry. Checking the clock again, when was it that Mr. Daniels said he wanted to meet in the Hôtel de La Poste lobby?  Two tables down four large men are seated who don't even have the manners to fake that they're look... read more →
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The Busy Twist - Sunny Side
The Busy Twist - Sunny Side
Sounds like: Bagheera, Murder He Wrote, Esa
By Dylan Heneck on Feb 23, 2018 | Good music doesn't discriminate against it's listeners. In fact, it has very little free will, which means it's important that we stand up for the rights of music this peng. Considering my degree in music law hasn't yet been completed, "who does thi... read more →
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Original Swimming Party - Biggest Curse (Ft. Moonchild Sanelly)
Original Swimming Party - Biggest Curse (Ft. Moonchild Sanelly)
Sounds like: Samthing Soweto, Card On Spokes, Maramza, OBie Mavuso
Tags: Editor's Pick, Electronic, electronica, afro-beat
By Dylan Heneck on Oct 3, 2017 | Would you believe me if I told you I'd never actually listened to this song? Would you even really care? You know who doesn't care? The government. They don't care. For instance, taxes. Come on, would you make your child burn half of their toys if y... read more →
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