Bambara Mystic Soul: The Raw Sound of Burkina Faso 1974-1979
by Various Artists
Unearthing a deeply vibrant but largely undocumented musical scene, this anthology captures the buzzing club sounds of 1970s Burkina Faso (formerly Upper Volta). The recordings blend heavy, James Brown-indebted funk grooves with Islamic melodies, psychedelic guitar fuzz, and indigenous Mande rhythms. It provides an essential window into the localized, highly energetic interpretations of global soul music taking place in West Africa.
Genres
- Afro-Funk
Tracklist
- Bar Konou Mousso
- Kodjougou
- Dambakale
- Renouveau
- Katougou
- Love, Music and Dance
- Johnny
- Sie Koumgolo
- Baden Djougou
- Tink Tank
- Kabendo
- Rog Mik Africa
- Sali
- Zambo Zambo
- Oye Ka Bara Kignan
- Tond Yabramba