Name: Le Sato
Brand: Orchestre Poly-Rythmo De Cotonou Dahomey

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Bonus disc: No

Catalogue number

AJXLP567

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Black

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Format Music GB

Limited edition

Release date

2021-06-18

Signed copies

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Supplier GB

PIAS

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Standard:20

UPC / Barcode

5051083166959

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

AJXCD567

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2021-09-24

5051083170291

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1 / CD / Extended format: No / Rough Trade Exclusive: No / Signed copies: No

Artist

Orchestre Poly-Rythmo De Cotonou Dahomey

Genre GB

African

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Acid Jazz

Acid Jazz is a British label that was established in 1987 by Eddie Piller and Gilles Peterson. Although Peterson left in 1989 to form Talkin' Loud, the label continued to thrive under the management of Dean Rudland. The name 'Acid Jazz' was a playful response to the popular 'acid house' movement of the late 80s. Despite its name, Acid Jazz produced records that were not necessarily jazz or acid music, but they quickly became synonymous with 90s style and sophistication. In fact, the term 'acid jazz' began being used to describe any record with a similar vibe. Today, Acid Jazz remains an influential force in the music industry.

Eddie Piller
Gilles Peterson
Dean Rudland

Acid Jazz Records continue their exclusive licensing agreement with Albarika Store, the legendary record label that defined the sound of Benin and influenced the entire region of West Africa and beyond. 

Recorded and issued in 1974, Le Sato is one of the earliest releases on the Albarika label and it is also one of the deepest. 

Sato is the term for the traditional rhythms that soundtrack Vodun (Voodoo) rituals and ceremonies in Benin. Performance of Sato is reserved for these sacred rites, which evoke the spirits of the dead and can last for several days and attract hundreds of people. Sato rhythms cannot be played outside of Vodun. 

A large ceremonial Sato drum is used, which measured over 1.5m in height. This drum is played using wooden stick beaters, the drummer dancing while playing. The Sato drummers are supported by percussionists and other drummers playing smaller drums. Together, they create unique, layered, trance-inducing poly-rhythms. 

Le Sato

Music GB

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