Name: Basa Bongo / Black Pepper
Brand: Yoruba Singers

Bonus disc

Bonus disc: No

Catalogue number

SNDW7027

Colour

Black

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Download code: No

Rough Trade Exclusive

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Format Music GB

Limited edition

Release date

2023-07-14

Signed copies

Signed copies: No

Supplier GB

Proper

Tax rate GB

Standard:20

UPC / Barcode

5060571362360

Total Cap

Black 7"

Artist

Yoruba Singers

Genre GB

African

Label GB

Soundway

The Yoruba Singers are a legendary group hailing from Nigeria, known for their captivating blend of Afrobeat and highlife music. With a career spanning over four decades, they have left an indelible mark on the African music scene.
Formed in the 1970s by lead vocalist Segun Bucknor, the Yoruba Singers quickly gained popularity with their infectious rhythms and soulful melodies. Their unique sound drew inspiration from traditional Nigerian music as well as influences from jazz and funk.
Over the years, the Yoruba Singers have released numerous albums that showcase their exceptional talent and creativity. Their songs explore various themes including love, social issues, and cultural identity, resonating with audiences around the world.

Soundway Records is a British label founded in 2002 by Miles Cleret. Originally focused on re-issuing and compiling old music from Africa, Latin America, The Caribbean, Asia and beyond, the label has now expanded to release music from all eras and regions. Their diverse range of genres includes Psychedelic Rock, Disco, Boogie, Electronic, Afrobeat, and Funk. With a mission to showcase music from Planet Earth: Past, Present, Future, Soundway Records continues to bring unique sounds to listeners worldwide.

To submit demos or releases for consideration by Soundway Records, please email info@soundwayrecords.com.

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Newest Listed Items

Guyana folk music reinterpreted and infused with Afro-roots and culture, reissued on vinyl for the first time. A year after their debut album 'Ojinga's Own', the Yoruba Singers from Guyana released the singles 'Black Pepper' and 'Basa Bongo'. These two songs were recorded in Barbados and released on the Green Shrimp label and became extremely popular throughout the Caribbean and South America. The music also became an integral part of the very beginnings of what was later to become the Champeta Criolla sound in the Caribbean coast of Colombia.

Basa Bongo / Black Pepper

Music GB