Bonus disc

Bonus disc: No

Catalogue number

SMV8

Colour

Black

Colour details

Discogs ID

[r30458120]

Format multiplier

Download code

Download code: No

Rough Trade Exclusive

Rough Trade Exclusive: No

Extended format

Extended format: No

Format detail

Format Music GB

Limited edition

3000

Release date

2024-04-20

Signed copies

Signed copies: No

Supplier GB

Tax rate GB

Standard:20

UPC / Barcode

3760396020620

Total Cap

Black LP

Artist

Manu Dibango

Genre GB

African

Label GB

Soul Makossa

Manu Dibango was a Cameroonian saxophonist born on December 12, 1933 in Douala. With his musical career starting in Brussels and Paris in the 1950s, he originally trained in classical piano. In 1960, he became a member of African Jazz directed by Joseph Kabasele (Le Grand Kalle) and later formed his own band in Cameroon in 1963. Moving to Paris in 1965, he achieved international recognition with his breakthrough hit "Soul Makossa" in 1972. Sadly, Manu Dibango passed away on March 24, 2020 in France.

Soul Makossa is a production company founded by the legendary musician Manu Dibango. With a rich history in the music industry, Soul Makossa has become synonymous with quality and innovation. Known for their diverse roster of talented artists, they have consistently delivered groundbreaking music across various genres.

Under the guidance of Manu Dibango, Soul Makossa has established itself as a leading force in the global music scene. Their commitment to nurturing and promoting exceptional talent has resulted in numerous successful releases that have captivated audiences worldwide.

With an emphasis on creativity and originality, Soul Makossa continues to push boundaries and challenge conventional norms. From soulful melodies to infectious rhythms, their artists possess a unique ability to connect with listeners on a profound level.

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Manu Dibango is probably the most famous musician from Cameroon and quite possibly one of the most internationally well-known African musicians ever. As a most versatile musician, he had played and recorded almost every style of music you care to mention - Soul, Reggae, Jazz, Spirituals, Blues, African, Electro. Etc…Originally trained in classical piano, his musical career began in Brussels and Paris in the 1950s. The 1960s finds him in Congo as a member of African Jazz led by Joseph Kabasele (Le Grand Kalle). He formed his own band in Cameroon in 1963 and then moved to Paris in 1965. For the Manu 76 album we head off to (predictably) the year of 1976, still in Paris. Four years after is international breakthrough with the hit Soul Makossa, Manu actually recorded two studio albums that year. Here he assembles a supremely talent bunch of musicians including Jo Tongo on bass, Slim Pezin on guitar, Lucien Dobat (from Kassav) on drums, Alex Francfort on piano and even Georgia Dibango, 7 years old, on the guest vocals among many others. This six tracks album is made of straddling series of styles from the Soukouss Beats of Bokilo’s Boogie and Qui est fou de qui? – Chouchou, the Afro Boogie Jazz of the highly catchy Mimbo, the driving Afro Future-Jazz of Mouvement Ewondo, the pensive soundtrack moods of Besoka On Salsa or the bombastic Afro-Funk Soul Angola. Unarguably one of Manu Dibango’s finest album. You’ll be the judge.

Manu 76 - RSD 2024

Music GB

Discover Manu 76 - RSD 2024 by Manu Dibango. Limited Edition LP from Soul Makossa. A versatile album showcasing the finest of Manu Dibango's music.