African Gems, by various artists

African Gems

by various artists

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Field recordings made in the 1960s and 70s by Charles Duvelle, Jos Gansemans. Benoit Quersin, David Fanshawe. There is nothing coincidental in this music: it is based on a deep understanding of time and space - and has been developed over many centuries. Yet it sounds so modern! Each track has its own swing and this danceable quality is a profound thing - it is participatory, revitalising, communal, relaxing, healing.

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1.	Obama Ondoua Ebini 05:19		buy track
2.	Horn Ensemble 02:21	info	buy track
3.	Kutomboka Dance 07:13	info	buy track
4.	Madimba Xylophone Duet 03:31	info	buy track
5.	Mbilé 07:11	info	buy track
6.	Massikoulou Orchestra 05:06	info	buy track
7.	Alur Horns 06:39	info	buy track
8.	Tshisani 07:19	info	buy track
9.	Teka Bya Kingudi 03:04	info	buy track
10.	Sirhélé 05:01	info	buy track
11.	Gandja 05:47	info	buy track
12.	Eshidi 14:53	info	buy track

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There is nothing coincidental in this music: it is based on a deep understanding of time and space - and has been developed over many centuries. Yet it sounds so modern! Each track has its own swing and this danceable quality is a profound thing - it is participatory, revitalising, communal, relaxing, healing.

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released February 20, 2014

Recorded by Charles Duvelle, Jos Gansemans, Benoit Quersin, David Fanshawe, remastered by Michael Baird

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SWP Records Utrecht, Netherlands

SWP Records was founded by Zambian-born drummer, composer, producer, field recordist Michael Baird in 1987. The label releases his own music, music from central, southern, and eastern Africa, and any other beautiful music that has been forgotten. SWP Records opted out of all streaming platforms and other digital services to join Bandcamp and we are very happy to be here! Enjoy the music! ... more