As requested : Peacemaker - this is Mike Makhalemele’s first solo album which was recorded in the early 70s while he was also playin...

A classic and rare Afro-soul Jazz gem that must be heard. This was recorded in the days when band members such as Barney Rachabane and De...

"What kind of music is popular with the urban African? ICE CREAM & SUCKERS, a new album of South African soul, gives you a good cr...

Staying with the mbaqanga roots theme season, here’s a one-two from Big Voice Jack Lerole , another foundation member of mbaqanga’s genesis....

ElectricJive Mix One Bayasimemeza in Zulu means ‘they are calling’ – usually from across the valley. This time it is from across the sea. ...

Matt over at the matsuli blog laid down the challenge for us to come up with something to match the priceless Motella compilation from Nick...

This post is dedicated to the Matsuli blog and is a response to a number of posts illuminating the Afro-punk sounds of the late seventies ...