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Song For Ehi
Song For EhiSong For Ehi

Catno

CNPY002

Formats

1x Vinyl 12" 45 RPM

Release date

Apr 27, 2022

Styles

Afrobeat

Inspired by the vintage Edo-funk and reggae-disco of General Ehi Duncan’s “Africa My No. 01”

The second release on Canopy Records lifts off from where the last release touched down, inspired by the vintage Edo-funk and reggae-disco of General Ehi Duncan’s “Africa My No. 01”.

Colombian based producer bosq re-joins long-time collaborator and vocalist, Kaleta, while also bringing in Ibibio Sound Machine who add their horn section & keys, followed by guitar, balafon and timbales, to deliver a special afro-funk-reggae-disco vibe.

Loose and jammy, earthy and organic rhythms that bring a positive message and echo sun-kissed tropical lands. Light electronics complement the instruments, percussion and warm organic production.

An Afro-funk electronic disco groove, vocal & percussive, with reggae-highlife touches and instrumental flourishes. Explosive horn arrangements go head to head with timbale breakdowns all transcended by soaring trumpet solos….Summery balafon melodies bounce among the joyous fretwork of Alfred “Kari” Bannerman's guitar, while Kaleta’s vocals sing a timeless message of peace.

Media: Mi
Sleeve: M

14.9€*

*Taxes included, shipping price excluded

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Song For Ehi

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Song For Ehi (Bosq's Disco Dub)

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