V/A - Edo Funk Explosion Vol. 1
Thanks to specialist labels such as Soundway Records, Luaka Bop, and Analog Africa, the West has been gifted with a slew of lovingly crafted compilations this past decade. Some of the greatest artists from sub-Saharan Africa have not only been introduced to fresh ears, but in many cases, saved from obscurity and the passing of time due to a few obsessive crate diggers. May the gods of funk and rhythm bless their souls. Analog Africa's latest offering is Edo Funk Explosion Vol. 1, a 12 track set exploring this intoxicating scene circa 1980-1985 through the talents of its three greatest mave...
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