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ONYEABOR, William - World Psychedelic Classics 5: Who Is William Onyeabor?
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Free delivery on many items. Same-day despatch, no-question returns. Authorised dealers - full technical support. Online since 1997. Shop categories Information William ONYEABOR World Psychedelic Classics 5: Who Is William Onyeabor? (gatefold 3xLP) Luaka Bop
Cat: RT 54/8089900791. Rel: 28 Oct 13
International
Side 1 - Track 1. Body & SoulSide 1 - Track 2. Atomic BombSide 2 - Track 1. Good NameSide 2 - Track 2. Something You Will Never ForgetSide 3 - Track 1. Why Go To WarSide 3 - Track 2. Love Is BlindSide 4 - Track 1. Heaven & HellSide 4 - Track 2. Let's Fall In LoveSide 4 - Track 3. Fantastic ManSide 5 - Track 1. When The Going Is Smooth & GoodSide 5 - Track 2. The Way To Win Your LoveSide 5 - Track 3. Jungle GodsSide 6. Love Me Now
Following 2012's fourth volume that celebrated the existential work of Tim Maia, here we find Luaka Bop exploring the legacy of William Onyeabor. A high chief and Kenyan diplomat who allegedly refuses to discuss his music, he self-released eight albums in the 70s and 80s and these are some of the many highlights. Stretching from the New York-influenced post-punk synth funk of "Good Name" to the most authentic Afro fusion of "Why Go To War", Onyeabor's range not only reflects his clear creative skill, but also the ever-developing international language of music during the fruitful period he was active. Who is William Onyeabor? Press play and find out yourselves...
