Name: Furaha Wenye Gita
Brand: George Mukabi

Bonus disc

Bonus disc: No

Catalogue number

MRP111LP

Colour

Black

Colour details

Discogs ID

Format multiplier

Download code

Download code: No

Rough Trade Exclusive

Rough Trade Exclusive: No

Extended format

Extended format: No

Format detail

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Format Music GB

Limited edition

Release date

2022-12-16

Signed copies

Signed copies: No

Supplier GB

Cargo

Tax rate GB

Standard:20

UPC / Barcode

850024931138

Total Cap

1 / Extended format: No / LP / Rough Trade Exclusive: No / Signed copies: No / black

Artist

George Mukabi

Genre GB

African

Label GB

Mississippi

Originally founded by Alex Yusimov in 2003, Mississippi is a renowned music label that has made its mark in the industry. With Eric Isaacson at the helm in Portland, Oregon and Warren Hill in Montreal, Canada, the label gained recognition from MR-005 onwards. In 2011, it split into two entities - Lost Train Records and Mississippi/Little Axe Records (now known as just Mississippi).

Mississippi is primarily known for its affordable vinyl reissues that cater to fans of Americana, international music, and punk genres. The label's dedication to preserving and reintroducing classic releases ensures that music enthusiasts can enjoy timeless sounds with exceptional quality.

With an impressive catalog of *artists* and performers associated with the label over the years, Mississippi continues to captivate listeners worldwide. Whether you're a collector or simply appreciate great music, explore their collection of reissued vinyl records for an unparalleled listening experience.

George Mukabi is a mythical figure across East Africa, known for his incredible fingerstyle guitar and hard living. Mukabi invented a solo technique in which melody, rhythm and bass lines all merged in two hands on one guitar. Combined with his gentle raspy voice, wood and glass percussion, and the harmonies of his companion Jack Malenya, he created a sweet and thriving “omutibo” music that belied his tough reputation and untimely death.

An imposing man who was both respected and feared, he sang of the tumults of marriage, morality and life in Kenya on the cusp of independence. He sold hundreds of thousands of records in East and Central Africa before his murder in 1963, leaving behind just a few dozen beautiful songs and a complicated legacy.

This is the first comprehensive release of his music outside of East Africa. We traveled to Kenya to meet Mukabi’s surviving son Johnstone, as well as a generation of the artists he inspired. Their stories are included in a 12-page oral history which includes lyrics in Swahili and English and full color photos. Restoration and Mastering by Timothy Stollenwerk at Stereophonic Sound. Co-released by Raw Music International and Olvido Records.

Furaha Wenye Gita

Music GB