Explorer: Africa - Sampler

Various Artists (Artist) | Format: Audio CD

Product Details

• Audio CD (September 24, 2002)
• Number of Discs: 1
• Label: Nonesuch
• ASIN: B00006JICK
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #322,753 in Music (See Top 100 in Music)

Track Listings

1. Alto Bung'o Horn

2. Nhemamusasa (The Cutting Branches for a Temporary Shelter) [Instrumenta

3. Alhamdulillaahi (Praise God)

4. Take Me Back to Mabayi

5. Kouco Solo

6. Aluar Horns

7. Song With Tar

8. Bus Conductor

9. Kumakudo

10. Marimba

11. Djongo

12. Bounkam Solo

13. Dzil Duet

14. Gonje Songs

15. Tipe Tizwe (Give Me a Taste)

16. Rhinoceros

Editorial Reviews

A dazzling assortment of indigenous music-field recordings from East Africa, Zimbabwe, Burundi and elsewhere including Djongo; Gonje Songs; Rhinoceros; Tipe Tizwe; Song with Tar; Kumakudo , and more.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Classic archival African music, December 9, 2002

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DJ Joe Sixpack (...in Middle America) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Explorer: Africa - Sampler (Audio CD)

A single-disc sampling of the CD-era reissue of Nonesuch's groundbreaking "Explorer" series, which brought world music to an American audience during the hippie years. Although the original albums were a bit "folkloric" and dry, compared to the wealth of world styles we can hear today, this CD wisely plucks out some of the best sonic oddities from the original, august albums, songs that have such distinctive, alluring aural properties, that they will instantly grab the attention of even the most jaded modern listener. Includes several eerily ambient songs that are similar in feel to Francis Bebey's best work. A nice chance to check out the best this multi-album series has to offer. Be sure to also check out the many volumes of Asian music when they become available!

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Captivating: Good for mind and spirit, May 30, 2003

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Neal C. Reynolds (Indianapolis, Indiana) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Explorer: Africa - Sampler (Audio CD)

This is for those searching authentic and untainted African music. It introduces you to several subgenres, to the regional differences, to the topical differences. This can be basic introduction or it can be useful in expanding your knowledge and enjoyment of African music.

As a sampler, you get many different varieties of indigenous African music. You're introduced to that music which has given birth to jazz, to rock, to several subgenres. This includes music from each individual region and covers the spectrum from witchcraft chants to animal sounds.

Chances are you'll find one or more styles that especially enchant you and will guide you in developing a collection tailored to your tastes and purpose.

There's nothing watered down here. This is the true expression of a culture and I highly recommend it.