Synopses & Reviews
Every so often, an album comes along that reminds us why we are so moved by song: the melody, the rhythm, and the message. Putumayo has presented a variety of world music CDs, but African music has been the consistent heart and soul of its offerings. Putumayo World Music is pleased to present Acoustic Africa, a captivating collection showcasing some of Africa's greatest singer-songwriters in beautifully stripped down displays of acoustic mastery. These artists are helping to spearhead an acoustic revolution in stark contrast to the studio-based, synthesized dance music that became the standard for African pop-stars of the 1980's and 90's. On Acoustic Africa, you'll discover gentle folk songs from Senegal, a protest song from South Africa, blues-tinged ballads from Mali and much more.
Synopsis
Some of the continent's premier singer-songwriters are featured on this truly unique and unplugged collection.
Table of Contents
Artist | | Song Sample |
Diogal | | Sore |
Eneida Marta | | Mindjer Doce Mel |
Rajery
| |
Misahotaka Ny Akama |
Angelique Kidjo
| |
Sedjedo |
Vusi Mahlasela
| |
Basimanyana |
Faya Tess & Lokua Kanza
| |
Bana |
Laye Sow
| |
Mauritania |
Gabriela Mendes
| |
Tradicao |
Habib Koite
| |
Baro |
Dobet Gnahore
| |
Palea |
Manecas Costa
| |
Antonia |
Djelimady Tounkara
| |
Fanta Bourama |
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