Palenque Palenque: Champeta Criolla & Afro Roots in Colombia 1975-91

by Various Artists

Palenque Palenque: Champeta Criolla & Afro Roots in Colombia 1975-91 cover art

Exploring the powerful Afro-Colombian sound systems of the Caribbean coast, this anthology traces the evolution of Champeta music. Local musicians and DJs absorbed imported African records, reinterpreting soukous and highlife alongside traditional cumbia rhythms using heavy synthesizers and blistering percussion. The release captures a relentlessly energetic, working-class dance music culture unique to the port cities of Colombia.

Genres

  • Champeta

Tracklist

  1. Esclavo Moderno
  2. Bumburumbumbum
  3. Palenque
  4. Tungalala (El Sapo)
  5. Naga Pedale
  6. Pim Pom
  7. Dejala Corre
  8. Puyalo Ahi
  9. Tetero
  10. Quiero a Mi Gente
  11. Shacalao
  12. Palengue Palengue
  13. La Negra Kulengue
  14. Calaba Calabao
  15. Katunga
  16. Manaye
  17. El Sucusu
  18. El Lobo
  19. Dame Un Trago
  20. La Botellita
  21. Yoro