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Mandela: Son Of Africa, Father Of A Nation - Original Soundtrack

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This album is more than a mere compendium -- it is a narrative of how music is organically linked to culture. The tracks not only offer glimpses of the development of South African music from the 1950s through the end of Apartheid, but also indicate the social significance of music in a divided society. "Sip 'n Fly" "Yiyole" "Pula Kgosa Seretse" "Lelani" and "Vuka Vuka" show the vitality of jazz in S Africa's black community, while offering somewhat revolutionary messages. Later tracks are increasingly politicized, especially "Heavyweight" "Phansi Ngodlame" and "Asimbonanga," which was recorded by a band composed (against state regulations) of black and white musicians. The music is good; the window into the world of Apartheid and revolution is fascinating. The only caveat: this album is unified only by the fact that all the music was created in Mandela's lifetime in South Africa. The difference in style, tempo, and attitude between songs can be jarring. Still, a great introduction to S. African music and history!

I'm french and when a friend offers me this CD. I was crazy because all songs are fabulous. I hear this disk every weeks, I love it.

i couldn't wait to get this.i wanted to hear the sounds of South Africa.the music has adventure.i love to hear the drums and the different artists featured.