This recording introduces music by the main Tanzanian ethnic groups, Ngoni, Zanaki, Gogo, Mikabue, Mkurya, Urguru and Zaramos, who all share the Bantu language.

Tatuane play Swahili pop music, a kind of energetic Tanzanian roots music.


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This is a recording of Twins Seven Seven, a group led by Chief Olaniyi. Consisting of various Nigerian drums, the group performs energetic music of percussion and vocals.

The percussion ensemble Rukinzo Legacy is from Bujumbura, the capital city of Burundi. High pitched drums ring out while intense deep tones shake the air. Excellent recording.


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Griot music in west Africa is known for the kora, and amazing vocals. This is a live recording of Lamine Konte, a griot musician of the Manding tribe.

The valiha is a unique instrument, played here by the wonderful Justin Valli.


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