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1. Fourou - Oumou Dioubate

2. African Woman - Baaba Maal

3. Sana - Kanda Bongo Man

4. Umoja - Geoffrey Oryema

5. Adouma - Angélique Kidjo

6. Konifale

7. Sina - Salif Keita

8. Ni Kanu - Kante Manfila

9. Yedi Gosh - Aster Aweke

10. Inzinziswa - Busi Mhlongo

11. Sango Ya Mawa - Patience Dabany

12. Yolele - Papa Wemba

Africa Today,Various Artists,EMI-Holland Special,Africa,African Collections,Afro-Pop,Int'l & World Music,Pop

Average customer rating: A 'must' Love it! Great Music. Odd Credits. Be Forewarned. Dance! Celebrate! Praise the Orisa! Highly recommended!

Bata Ketu Michael Spiro , and Mark Lamson Manufacturer: Bembe Records ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD Cuba | Caribbean & Cuba | International | Styles | Music General | International | Styles | Music General | New Age | Styles | Music New Age | Indie Music | Stores | Music | Ambient | Celtic | Environmental | General | International | Jazz | Meditation Music | Piano | World Dance General | International | Indie Music | Stores | Music Similar Items: Musica Yoruba Bata Mbira Sacred Rhythms of Cuban Santeria Raices Africanas Bembe ASIN: B000005BAI Release Date: 1996-06-25

Tracks:

1. Prelude
2. Elegua
3. Osain
4. Chango
5. Iroko
6. Ochosi
7. Ochun

Customer Reviews:

A 'must'.......2004-11-18

BATA KETU took the Yoruba-based religious music of Cuba and blended in the Afro-based religious music of Brazil to produce a re-meeting of the two cultures separated at birth.
BATA KETU is the achievement of years of experimentation with Orisha music and Afro-Cuban sound, and is a 'must' for any drum or Cuban collection.

Love it!.......2003-11-11

I just got done buying this C.D. for the third time (I've lost and damaged my others). This is, hands down, the best C.D. I've ever owned!

Great Music. Odd Credits. Be Forewarned........2003-07-26

I should plainly state that the music on this CD is phenomenal! An interesting mix of "folkloric" and "popular" music that inspires movement and smiles and all around 'upful' vibes. Not all of the songs are listed, however. There's part of a song to Oxumare in there that doesn't get credited. My biggest complaint with the CD, however, isn't with the contents, but with who gets credit for it. Michael Spiro and Mark Lamson are credited as the 'composers' but these songs and styles existed long before Spiro and Lamson were even a gleam in their respective father's eyes. Listen to any other Yoruba music and you'll find the same fundamental rhythms and chants.

Jorge Alabe and Bobi Cespedes are the cultural beacons here and it seems they - if anyone - would be credited on the cd cover. The fact that Spiro and Lamson plaster their faces on the label side of the CD itself (when they were, ostensibly the financiers of the project and, most assuredly, background musicians) indicates a severe level of cultural arrogance and Eurocentric insensitivity. Yes, it's a great CD, I just can't understand why two white guys get the credit for this African creativity. It would have been a grand gesture had they willingly taken the back seat and allowed the cultural context to speak for itself. Instead, they chose to amplify their limited input to god-like status. Things that make you go hmmm....

I'd give it a '5' if I didn't have misgivings about Spiro and Lamson's motives here.

Dance! Celebrate! Praise the Orisa!.......2003-06-29

When you walk in my home during bembe, ceremony or festival this CD is playing. When I am doing my house work or just relaxing this CD is playing. We that love Orisa ...will love this CD! Orisa children all over the world will love the inter-multi-percussion grooves and rhythms! Olodumare's children praising TOGETHER... In Brazil, ,In Cuba, In Africa, In the Caribbean and In the United States. How soon we forget 9-11 Brothers and Sisters. Its time to focus on what this CD has done in honor of the Human Family!Delight in Obatala / Osun / Sango creativity energy!Celebrate Orisa in spirit and in Truth. FOLKz this CD is the Bomb!

Highly recommended!.......2003-06-23

This album is a great accomplishment - and shows full respect for the Yoruban traditions, revealing how the traditional African rhythms traveled globally and were woven into other cultures. Bobi Cespedes' rich voice, Lamson and Spiro's percussion, along with many wonderful Brazilian and Cuban musicians, combined to produce a danceable masterpiece.

Average customer rating: Look Forward to Hearing This The Nairobi Beat: Kenyan Pop Music Today mwana wa ndigwa

Nairobi Beat: Kenyan Pop Music Today Various Artists Manufacturer: Rounder Select ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | Africa | International | Styles | Music Kenya | Africa | International | Styles | Music General | International | Styles | Music General | Pop | Styles | Music Rounder Records | Specialty Stores | Music General | International | Indie Music | Stores | Music Africa | International | Indie Music | Stores | Music General | Pop | Indie Music | Stores | Music Similar Items: Kenya Dance Mania: East Africa's Finest Rumbas & Other Styles The Rough Guide to the Music of Kenya Giants of East Africa Maria Tebbo Mambo Jambo ASIN: B00000038T Release Date: 1992-02-14

Tracks:

1. Jamoko Wange Tek - D.O.7 Shirati Jazz
2. Mwana Wa Ndigwa - Mbiri Young Stars
3. Bibi Joys - Super Bunyore Band
4. Mama Sheria Pt. 1 - Original Kilimambogo Stars
5. Amua Nikuachie Kazi Pt. 1 - Maroon Commandos
6. Ururu-ruru Mwana - Gatundu Boys
7. Tabitha Awuor - Migori Super Stars
8. Kopulo Onesi - Kalambya Sisters
9. Mado Zaina Pt. 1 - Bana Likasi
10. Ese Omulebe Wenywe - Mayanja Bungoma Jazz Band

Customer Reviews:

Look Forward to Hearing This.......2004-10-31

I couldn't wait to get the CD. I listen to this CD almost everyday. The guitar, synthesizers, and the drums make this a good CD to listen and dance to. Although I don't speak the language that is used to perform these songs the interpretations of each song gives a bright picture of the Kenyan people in their music.

The Nairobi Beat: Kenyan Pop Music Today.......2001-04-12

This is African music at its best, full of vivacity, melody, enthusiasm and most important of all, a mesmerizing beat. The guitar riffs, the signature of African pop music, alone are well worth the money These songs depict the rich tableau of Kenyan life and relationships in a warm and colorful way. Nicely done.

mwana wa ndigwa.......2000-08-30

ienjoyed this cd so much because it amixture of 3 different dialects spoken in Kenya and basically with the same theme. Iam a Kikuyu so my favourites were (mwana wa ndigwa and Ururu mwana) The rhythm and beat is great. It reminds me of old good days back home. i would recomend it to anyone. my next order is Maitu Maitu cant wait to play it. The Luos, the Wakambas great job.

Average customer rating:

Tj Today The Boyoyo Boys Manufacturer: Rounder Select ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | Africa | International | Styles | Music South Africa | Africa | International | Styles | Music General | International | Styles | Music Rounder Records | Specialty Stores | Music General | International | Indie Music | Stores | Music Africa | International | Indie Music | Stores | Music Similar Items: Back in Town ASIN: B000000395 Release Date: 1990-10-25

Tracks:

1. Funny Face
2. Boston Special
3. TJ Today
4. Eloff Street No.2
5. Gikeleza
6. Sofia
7. Empty Box
8. Nkosi Special
9. Tsou Tsou
10. American Jive

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Africa Today: Best Of Contemporary African Folk Music Various Artists Manufacturer: Arc ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | Africa | International | Styles | Music General | International | Styles | Music ASIN: B00003L31G Release Date: 1999-11-23

Tracks:

1. Mfani Loyi (This Boy) - Simon Ngobeni Na Vatsonga Sisters
2. Ngayishela Yavuma - Dilika
3. Mamezala (Mother In Law) - Isithembiso
4. Nwaninginingi - Pat Mabasa Na Shikange Sisters
5. Rea Itsamaela - Maputseng
6. Umhawu (Jealousy) - Izingame Zoma
7. Swiloyini (What's The Matter) - Simon Ngobeni Na Vatsonga Sisters
8. Isithando Sami (My Darling) - Dilika
9. Yeka Ukuqalaza (Stop Looking Around) - Isithembiso
10. Nsati Wa Mina (My Wife) - Pat Mabasa Na Shikange Sisters
11. Onqabanya Lelapa Laka - Maputseng
12. Isidina Sikamahlalela (The Pest) - Izingame Zoma
13. Vusiwana Bya Mina (My Suffering) - Simon Ngobeni Na Vatsonga Sisters
14. Mangabengonile (I've Done Wrong) - Dilika
15. Owani Umsindo? (What's The Noise About?) - Isithembiso
16. Shikange (Mistress) - Pat Mabasa Na Shinkange Sisters
17. Tsatsi Halechaba - Maputseng
18. Mesia - Izingame Zoma
19. Mastende (Landlord Lady) - Isithembiso
20. Amambuka (Traitor) - Izingame Zoma

Average customer rating: The Genre is called Maskanda. Love it!

Best Of Today's Black African Folk Music Various Artists Manufacturer: Arc Music ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | Africa | International | Styles | Music General | International | Styles | Music Africa | Compilations | International | Styles | Music 1990s | By Decade | Pop | Styles | Music 1990-1999 | Decades | Compilations | Miscellaneous | Styles | Music General | Blues | Indie Music | Stores | Music General | International | Indie Music | Stores | Music Africa | International | Indie Music | Stores | Music ASIN: B000001IFP Release Date: 1994-06-21

Tracks:

1. Siyabamukela - Amadaduzo
2. Aswi Lulamangi - Simon Ngobeni
3. Mthwalo - Boyoyo Boys
4. Sefofane Seteng - Amatso Makaota
5. Imali Yami - Ndukuziyashisa Nezinyosi
6. Udlame - Mzikayifani Buthelezi
7. Nkulungwani - Simon Ngobeni
8. Batho Ba Secheng - Limano Lingaka Mabili No.3
9. Lomhlaba - Dilika
10. Sparks - Boyoyo Boys
11. Kolone Nka Ea - Amatso Makaota
12. Ayikyo Indiela - Amadaduzo
13. Sekungaze Kufe Izinsizwa - Ndukuziyashisa Nezinyosi

Customer Reviews:

The Genre is called Maskanda. .......2006-07-04

Great CD of Mostly Maskanda (Zulu "traditional" music). As a corrective to the previous review- ALL of these artists are from South Africa (The Republic of..), and most are Zulu. Very Danceable, and also representing a period piece released during the twighlight of the Apartheid Era and coinciding with a renewed global interest in "World Beat" Music. Uplifting and inspiring- esp. the tracks by Buthelezi.

Love it!.......2001-05-02

This was actually the first cd of African music I ever bought. I personally think it's great! However, if you've been listening to Putamayo's stuff that has been coming out in the past few years you may be somewhat disappointed. Most of this music is from the South of the continent and bears very little resemblance to the west african stuff you see now days.... However, on a positive note... If you really like spirituals and gospel music, I think you'll find a great deal of that same flavor in this CD.

Average customer rating: It's a good CD, but... This is an excellent studio recording.

Best Of Today's African Folk Music, Vol. 2 Various Artists Manufacturer: Arc Music ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | Africa | International | Styles | Music South Africa | Africa | International | Styles | Music General | International | Styles | Music Africa | Compilations | International | Styles | Music 1990s | By Decade | Pop | Styles | Music 1990-1999 | Decades | Compilations | Miscellaneous | Styles | Music General | Blues | Indie Music | Stores | Music General | International | Indie Music | Stores | Music Africa | International | Indie Music | Stores | Music ASIN: B000001IJA Release Date: 1995-07-18

Tracks:

1. Amasiko - Mzikayifani Buthelezi
2. Banamanga - Mzikayifani Buthelezi
3. Letsekang Masole - Majakathatha
4. O Cheko Lebitla - Majakathatha
5. Tholowakho - Isithembiso
6. Nozindaba - Isithembiso
7. Nomali - Amasoka
8. Ngenzeni Somandla - Amasoka
9. Enhla Nenhlamba Masoka - Thulisa Brothers
10. Our Father Jehova - Thulisa Brothers
11. Indlandla - Soloman Msiza
12. Babandlululi - Soloman Msiza
13. Dade Omncane - Ntombi Zamanje
14. Mkhukhwini - Ntombi Zamanje
15. O Phehile Hlama - Majakathatha
16. Bekezela - Isithembiso

Customer Reviews:

It's a good CD, but..........2003-11-26

...has anybody else noticed that it's categorized under the African section of world music? Since when has Scotland been a part of Africa? lol

Great CD, though. Probably one of the best piping CDs that I've found.

This is an excellent studio recording........1999-07-20

Many "best of the bagpipe" audio cds today are poor recordings. This is one of the few good recordings that have made it to the popular market. I urge everyone interested in piping to buy this cd and I urge Amazon to carry other high quality bagpipe cds. I'll be glad to give you some suggestions.

Average customer rating:

Africa Today: Best of Contemporary Zulu Folk Music Various Artists Manufacturer: Arc Music ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | Africa | International | Styles | Music South Africa | Africa | International | Styles | Music General | International | Styles | Music General | International | Indie Music | Stores | Music Africa | International | Indie Music | Stores | Music International | Imports | Stores | Music ASIN: B00004S96M Release Date: 2000-05-02

Tracks:

1. Izinhlebi - Isabelo
2. Ngiqophi Umlando - Johnny Dimba
3. Isidakwa - Ngxalothi No Masevela
4. Ithemba - Ubuhle Bezi Ntombi
5. Lobaba - Zamo No Senta
6. Isekhwele - Isabelo
7. Udwendwe - Johnny Dimba
8. Ungibuka Kanjani - Ngxalothi No Masevela
9. Intombi Yami - Ubuhle Bezi Ntombi
10. Kulukhuni - Zamo No Senta
11. Uxakwe Yini - Isabelo
12. Isosolweka - Johnny Dimba
13. Wangidumaza - Ngxalothi No Masevela
14. Umkamuntu - Ubuhle Bezi Ntombi
15. Ubuhlungu - Zamo No Senta
16. Thembi - Isabelo
17. Ngenzeni Na - Johnny Dimba
18. Kwaduze - Ngxalothi No Masevela
19. Ilokhali - Ubuhle Bezi Ntombi
20. Anofika Nizosilanda - Zamo No Senta

Average customer rating:

Africa Today: Best of Contemporary Zulu Folk Music Various Artists Manufacturer: Arc ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | Africa | International | Styles | Music South Africa | Africa | International | Styles | Music General | International | Styles | Music ASIN: B00004SSOM Release Date: 2000-05-02

Tracks:

1. Izinhlebi - Isabelo
2. Ngiqophi Umlando - Johnny Dimba
3. Isidakwa - Ngxalothi No Masevela
4. Ithemba - Ubuhle Bezi Ntombi
5. Lobaba - Zamo No Senta
6. Isekhwele - Isabelo
7. Udwendwe - Johnny Dimba
8. Ungibuka Kanjani - Ngxalothi No Masevela
9. Intombi Yami - Ubuhle Bezi Ntombi
10. Kulukhuni - Zamo No Senta
11. Uxakwe Yini - Isabelo
12. Isosolweka - Johnny Dimba
13. Wangidumaza - Ngxalothi No Masevela
14. Umkamuntu - Ubuhle Bezi Ntombi
15. Ubuhlungu - Zamo No Senta
16. Thembi - Isabelo
17. Ngenzeni Na - Johnny Dimba
18. Kwaduze - Ngxalothi No Masevela
19. Ilokhali - Ubuhle Bezi Ntombi
20. Anofika Nizosilanda - Zamo No Senta

Average customer rating:

Africa Today: Best Contemporary Sotho Folk Music Various Artists Manufacturer: Arc Music ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | Africa | International | Styles | Music General | International | Styles | Music Africa | Compilations | International | Styles | Music General | International | Indie Music | Stores | Music Africa | International | Indie Music | Stores | Music International | Imports | Stores | Music ASIN: B00004TFCL Release Date: 2000-06-20

Tracks:

1. Motho Oka Motsepa Joang - Kasotleha Motlasi
2. Rea Itsamaela - Maphutseng
3. Sebata - Kasotleha Motlasi
4. Sodoma Le Gomora - Amatso Makaota
5. Onqabanya Lelapa Laka - Maphutseng
6. Qelepa - Kasotleha Motlasi
7. One Olekae - Amatso Makaota
8. Tsatsi Halechaba - Maphutseng
9. Rea Futuoa - Kasotleha Motlasi
10. Bana Baka - Amatso Makaota
11. Kelaola Hohle - Maphutseng
12. Poriki - Kasotleha Motlasi
13. Nong - Amatso Makaota
14. Khaoletsi - Maphutseng
15. Lefatse Kelibili - Kasotleha Motlasi
16. Sebata - Amatso Makaota
17. Lerapo Oseke Oakoata - Maphutseng
18. Selepe - Kasotleha Motlasi
19. Kese Keleteng - Amatso Makaota
20. Tumeliso Hase Setlamo - Maphutseng

Average customer rating:

Africa Today: Best Of Contemporary African Folk Music Various Artists Manufacturer: Arc Music ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | Africa | International | Styles | Music General | International | Styles | Music Africa | Compilations | International | Styles | Music General | International | Indie Music | Stores | Music Africa | International | Indie Music | Stores | Music International | Imports | Stores | Music ASIN: B00002SWPJ Release Date: 1999-11-23

Tracks:

1. Mfani Loyi (This Boy) - Simon Ngobeni,
2. Ngayishela Yavuma - Dilika
3. Mamezala (Mother-N-Law)
4. Nwaninginingi - Pat Mabasa,
5. Rea Itsamaela
6. Umhawu (Jealousy)
7. Swiloyini (What's the Matter) - Simon Ngobeni,
8. Isithando Sami (My Darling) - Dilika
9. Yeka Ukuqalaza (Stop Looking Around)
10. Nsati Wa Mina (My Wife) - Pat Mabasa,
11. Onqabanya Lelapa Laka
12. Isidina Sikamahlalela (The Pest)
13. Vusiwana Bya Mina (My Suffering) - Simon Ngobeni
14. Mangabengonile (I've Done Wrong) - Dilika
15. Owani Umsindo (What's the Noise About?)
16. Shikange (Mistress) - Pat Mabasa,
17. Tsatsi Halechabra
18. Mesia
19. Mastende (Landlord Lady)
20. Amambuka (Traitor)

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