Now that I am in the music train why don’t I do another post on music? Ishtar asked if I listen to Nigerien music. The answer, sadly, is no. I am making up for it by blogging about someone from Mali. Actually, I am currently listening to his album ‘Niafunké’ on my computer. You can… Read More »
Anybody knows Bongos Ikwue? I remember listening to him on the radio while growing up…. For those who know him, I hope it makes you feel as nostalgic as I am feeling right now. Found it the same place I found Rolling Dollar’s music. You can explore the site further.
Do you guys know Fatai Rolling Dollar? He is a 79-year old Nigerian musician. He was originally known for his Agidigbo, a Yoruba thumb guitar. He fused sounds from Cuban music, Ghanaian highlife, and traditional Yoruba music on his Agidigbo. He became really popular in the 60s, and he was an inspiration to Ebenezer Obe,… Read More »
I am currently listening to Owuro Lojo by Beautiful Nubia. I really like the idea of waking up to a fresh day, not yet soiled, knowing that the day is there to be had, an opportunity to be seized, or not…
I just got this from a listserve…. It is supposed to be the latest form of 419. I am not really sure of the reason I am posting it. Is it to help confirm the prejudice held against Nigerians? Or is it because I don’t believe the details of the prejudice? I am thinking that… Read More »
Peoples… I didnät know that 2Face was this popular until I saw this on Toni Payne’s blog…. You can check the covers
I hope you guys had a nice day on May day. I met with a couple of friends and then went to a couple of bars with them in the evening. Our talk somehow led to the music of “le couple aveugle u Mali”. Today, I just found one of their songs that I love… Read More »
Dream Come True [youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BqZZ6rbe2dc”> Rock Me Gentle Never Far Away
I found this video of Lagbaja’s Skentele on YouTube. Enjoy! [youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2ttZ9wZBnoQ]