Reviews
Beautiful Africa
We have come to expect a lot from young Malian pop-rock singer Rokia Traoré, who surprised the world with her...
Reviewed in issue Apr/May/2013
Beginner’s Guide to Africa
These kind of compilations, which seek to present what the box describes as ‘the best of African music, past, present...
Reviewed in issue Apr/May/2013
One Night on Earth: Music From the Strings of Mali
Years in development, this fine recording is the result of white South African musician Derek Gripper having transposed seven kora...
Reviewed in issue Apr/May/2013
Afrosoul
The Ways we discover new music can research artists online. If you are unsure what you want to research, there...
Reviewed in issue Apr/May/2013
Kopolo
The charming tropical rainforest recordings of this Cameroonian pygmy group have won them quite a fanbase. Unfortunately, this latest instalment...
Reviewed in issue Apr/May/2013
Amaratch Musica
EthioSonic is the sister series to Ethiopiques, documenting modern Ethiopian influenced sounds from around the globe, no matter whether it’s...
Reviewed in issue Apr/May/2013
Wulu Wulu
A decade away from music seems to have given veteran Nigerian bandleader Bongos Ikwue a new lease of life. The...
Reviewed in issue Apr/May/2013
Professeur
Meiway is an established superstar of the Ivory Coast, with over 20 years recording experience. He is credited with creating...
Reviewed in issue Apr/May/2013
The Rough Guide to the Music of Senegal
Senegal's very rich seam of musical styles and voices are well represented in this attractively packaged collection. There are standout...
Reviewed in issue March/2013
