Nigerian band BANTU has released the first single “Wayo And Division” from their upcoming album, set to be released in June 2023. The song is a social commentary on the political situation in Nigeria, focusing on how poverty and fear have been used to divide the oppressed. BANTU calls on...
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Léa Mondo‘s story is one of diverse cultural influences and a passion for using music as a means of expression. Born in The Kongo, raised in Manchester, and now based in London where she formed her own band Léa and the Sunflowers, she draws inspiration from artists like Bob Marley,...
Take a listen to ‘Pruebalo’ the latest single by producer, drummer, DJ, and event organiser Roberto Orde Casetta, better known as Lee Fry. In 2015, Roberto established the Lee Fry Music project showcasing his diverse musical experiences “without borders,” with a particular emphasis on reggae and Afro-inspired sounds. ‘Pruebalo’ is...
After the successful release of Luyando five years ago, Zimbabwean group Mokoomba is back with a new single named “Nzara Hapana” from their upcoming fourth album Tusona: Tracings in the Sand, which will be available on July 7th through Outhere Records. The song’s lyrics are in Shona, and it means “no hunger.”...
Radio Mukambo starts with some sunny holiday vibes that are like a soundtrack to my Colombia, followed by afrobeat from Italy & the UK, Igbo highlife from Nigeria and ethiojazz from the Netherlands. The album of the week, Running The Way by Roforofo Jazz is afrobeat/hiphop/jazz from Paris around the American...
If I were asked to describe Ezra Collective’s London show in one word, I would probably say “joy”. The show was technically sold out twice: originally planned at the O2 Academy Brixton, it eventually took place 24 February at Eventim Apollo in Hammersmith. The show opens with trumpet player Ife...
The February 2023 edition of Switchstance Radio presents new music by Sampa The Great, HIHEME, Seun Kuti & Black Thoughts, Monkey Jhayam, Surprise Chef, James BKS, Holy Hive, Anatoly Ice, Thee Sacred Souls, Shirley Nanette, David Walters & K.O.G., Vusi Mahlasela, Norman Zulu & Jive Connection, Baaba Mal, The Halluci...
Afrobeat legend Dele Sosimi returns to Camden’s iconic Jazz Cafe with a special 60th birthday celebration show. As British-Nigerian afrobeat evangelist Dele Sosimi prepares to celebrate his sixtieth trip around the sun, his mission of spreading insatiable rhythms and joyful grooves to audiences across the world shows no sign of...
Oh yes, we had quite some fun at the latest Arsenal of Sounds… We danced, embraced the “sacred rhythmic fire” and enjoyed amazing Afro-infused music. But when you have the opportunity to welcome on stage two acts like Mulele Matondo’s Matondology Riot and Seby Ntege & Band, what else can...
After almost a year without presenting, Benjaflor is back to present new releases, singles, concerts and festivals on Radio Mukambo! Join me on my trip to Palenke and Cartagena, with music from the first free Black town of the Americas ++ Dj Rata Piano delivering the album of the week,...
