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Safarini in transit: Music of African immigrants

Various Artists
Safarini in transit: Music of African immigrants Musicians from Ghana, Kenya, Republic of Congo, and Zimbabwe lead powerful performances by five ensembles of African musicians who now live in the United States. Studio recordings from 1995-1998, these rhythmic tracks feature memories of childhood, the instrumentation and performance styles of contemporary Afropop, and experimentation with new international musical styles. 67 minutes. "Not only does this collection shine the spotlight on some excellent transplanted musicians playing African-styled music in America, it also underscores those all-important links between African musical culture and the American milieu of soul, R&B, gospel, and funk." — CMJ New Music Report

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Track Listing

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Tcheni Tcheni (Don't worry, don't worry) Wawali Bonane with Yoka Nzenze 04:38
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Safarini (In transit) Frank Ulwenya and Afrisound with Yoka Nzenze 05:44
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Nyoka Musango (Snake in the grass) Lora Chiorah-Dye and Sukutai 05:51
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Ko (Forest) Kofi Anang 07:10
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Amedzro Obo Addy 06:43
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Wumba Wumba Wawali Bonane with Yoka Nzenze 06:25
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Chakacha Frank Ulwenya 03:54
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Chemtengure Lora Chiorah-Dye and Sukutai 05:46
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Kusanga Ema Wawali Bonane with Yoka Nzenze 06:54
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Oshi Obo Addy 05:39
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Hail Kofi Anang 06:00
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Mwari Komborera I Africa (God Bless Africa) Lora Chiorah-Dye and Sukutai 02:18