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Various-Afrobeat Nigeria 70 | The Definitive Story Of 1970s Funky Lagos - Green Vinyl UK 3-LP vinyl set
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VARIOUS ARTISTS Nigeria 70 | The Definitive Story Of 1970s Funky Lagos (2024 UK/EU limited edition 15-track triple album 3-LP pressed on Translucent Green Vinyl, the original compilation of 1970s Nigerian Afrobeat, Afro-funk, juju and Afro-rock featuring Fela Kuti, King Sunny Ade, Segun Bucknor, Peter King and more. Digging deep into Nigeria's archives, this collection showcased for the first time the stunning variety of fusions recorded acrossthe country during the '70s. Gatefold picture sleeve with Strut25 Anniversary hype sticker. Highly recommended)
TRACKLISTING AND EXTRA INFORMATION
This definitive reissue features the original LP remastered and pressed on 180 gram triple vinyl in a gatefold sleeve. Originally released riding a wave of global interest in afrobeat at the turn of the decade, Strut's original Nigeria 70 set broke the mould for African compilations when it first surfaced in September 2001.
Digging deep into Nigeria's archives, the collection showcased for the first time the stunning variety of fusions recorded across the country during the '70s, from national icons like Fela Kuti and Sunny Ade to lesser known young bands like Monomono and Ofo the Black Company. Nigeria 70 paved the way for the many fine labels like Soundway and Analog Africa who have since continued to document the detailed story of rare West African music and it has remained heavily in-demand since it was deleted in 2003.
Side A
1. Alo Mi Alo (Parts 1&2) - Orlando Julius & The Afro Sounders
2. La La La - Segun Bucknor & His Revolution
3. Orere - Elejigbo - The Lijadu Sisters
Side B
1. Shango - Peter King
2. Enjoy Yourself - Sahara All Stars Band Jos
Side C
1. Jeun Ko Ku (Chop 'N' Quench) - Fela Ransome Kuti & The Africa 70
2. Ifa - Tunji Oyelana & The Benders
3. Allah Wakbarr - Ofo & The Black Company
Side D
1. Dancing Time - The Funkees
2. Tire Loma Da Nigbehin - Monomono
3. Ikon Allah - Bala Miller & The Great Music Pyrameeds Of Afrika
Side E
1. Akuyan Ekassa - Sir Victor Uwaifo & His Melody Maestroes
2. Agboju Logun - Shina Williams & His Africans Percussions
Side F
1. Kita Kita - Gasper Lawal
2. Ja Fun Mi - Sunny Ade & His African Beats
Artist - Various-Afrobeat (click link for complete listing)
Title - Nigeria 70 | The Definitive Story Of 1970s Funky Lagos (click link for more of the same title)
Release Date - 30 Aug 2024
Year of Release - 2024
Format - 3-LP vinyl record set (Triple LP Album)
Record Label - Strut Records
Catalogue No - STRUT044LPC (click link for more)
Country of Origin - United Kingdom (UK)
Language - Regardless of country of origin all tracks are sung in English, unless otherwise stated in our description.
Additional info - Picture Sleeve
Barcode - 4062548085563
Condition - This item is in Excellent condition or better (unless it says otherwise in the above description). We buy items as close to Mint condition as possible and many will be unplayed and as close to new as you could hope to find. Irrespective of the source, all of our collectables meet our strict grading and are 100% guaranteed. Click here for more info.
RareVinyl.com Ref No - 76T3LNI845559
Alternative Names - Afro-Funk,Afro-Rock,Juju.
Related Artists - Debut Magazine, Hospital Records, Hot Hits, The Newport Folk Festival, The Reading Festival, Various Artists, Various-20s & 30s, Various-Cars & Motor Sports, Various-Childrens, Various-Choral & Gregorian Chanting, Various-Disco, Various-Doo-Wop & Vocal, Various-Hip Hop & Rap, Various-Japanese Groove, Various-Lounge & Exotica, Various-Magazines & Newspapers, Various-Nature, Birds, Whales & Wildlife, Various-Other Transport, Various-Religious, Various-Spoken Word & Poetry, Various-Surf & Instrumental, Various-Trip Hop, Various-World Music.
GENRES
African Music, Afrobeat, Afropop, Ethnic, Funk, World Music.
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TRACKLISTING AND EXTRA INFORMATION
This definitive reissue features the original LP remastered and pressed on 180 gram triple vinyl in a gatefold sleeve. Originally released riding a wave of global interest in afrobeat at the turn of the decade, Strut's original Nigeria 70 set broke the mould for African compilations when it first surfaced in September 2001.
Digging deep into Nigeria's archives, the collection showcased for the first time the stunning variety of fusions recorded across the country during the '70s, from national icons like Fela Kuti and Sunny Ade to lesser known young bands like Monomono and Ofo the Black Company. Nigeria 70 paved the way for the many fine labels like Soundway and Analog Africa who have since continued to document the detailed story of rare West African music and it has remained heavily in-demand since it was deleted in 2003.
Side A
1. Alo Mi Alo (Parts 1&2) - Orlando Julius & The Afro Sounders
2. La La La - Segun Bucknor & His Revolution
3. Orere - Elejigbo - The Lijadu Sisters
Side B
1. Shango - Peter King
2. Enjoy Yourself - Sahara All Stars Band Jos
Side C
1. Jeun Ko Ku (Chop 'N' Quench) - Fela Ransome Kuti & The Africa 70
2. Ifa - Tunji Oyelana & The Benders
3. Allah Wakbarr - Ofo & The Black Company
Side D
1. Dancing Time - The Funkees
2. Tire Loma Da Nigbehin - Monomono
3. Ikon Allah - Bala Miller & The Great Music Pyrameeds Of Afrika
Side E
1. Akuyan Ekassa - Sir Victor Uwaifo & His Melody Maestroes
2. Agboju Logun - Shina Williams & His Africans Percussions
Side F
1. Kita Kita - Gasper Lawal
2. Ja Fun Mi - Sunny Ade & His African Beats
Artist - Various-Afrobeat (click link for complete listing)
Title - Nigeria 70 | The Definitive Story Of 1970s Funky Lagos (click link for more of the same title)
Release Date - 30 Aug 2024
Year of Release - 2024
Format - 3-LP vinyl record set (Triple LP Album)
Record Label - Strut Records
Catalogue No - STRUT044LPC (click link for more)
Country of Origin - United Kingdom (UK)
Language - Regardless of country of origin all tracks are sung in English, unless otherwise stated in our description.
Additional info - Picture Sleeve
Barcode - 4062548085563
Condition - This item is in Excellent condition or better (unless it says otherwise in the above description). We buy items as close to Mint condition as possible and many will be unplayed and as close to new as you could hope to find. Irrespective of the source, all of our collectables meet our strict grading and are 100% guaranteed. Click here for more info.
RareVinyl.com Ref No - 76T3LNI845559
Alternative Names - Afro-Funk,Afro-Rock,Juju.
Related Artists - Debut Magazine, Hospital Records, Hot Hits, The Newport Folk Festival, The Reading Festival, Various Artists, Various-20s & 30s, Various-Cars & Motor Sports, Various-Childrens, Various-Choral & Gregorian Chanting, Various-Disco, Various-Doo-Wop & Vocal, Various-Hip Hop & Rap, Various-Japanese Groove, Various-Lounge & Exotica, Various-Magazines & Newspapers, Various-Nature, Birds, Whales & Wildlife, Various-Other Transport, Various-Religious, Various-Spoken Word & Poetry, Various-Surf & Instrumental, Various-Trip Hop, Various-World Music.
GENRES
African Music, Afrobeat, Afropop, Ethnic, Funk, World Music.
ORDERING
Availability - In Stock - Buy Now for shipping today
Postage/Shipping Cost - Add item to your basket for a postage/shipping quote. For further delivery info click here
Email - sales@rarevinyl.com to contact our sales team.
To order by phone - Call (+44) 01474815010
RareVinyl.com Reference Number - 76T3LNI845559
SELL TO US
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