Introducing the Music Club Radio Show
Listen to the 1st episode, inspired by my recent trip to Cape Town! Dive into 70s South & West African jazz paired with new, groovy Afro-tronica tracks & remixes.
After a 2 month break, Music Club is back in session! (I cannot recommend enough taking creative breaks to reflect and recharge to get re-inspired). Music Club turns 6 next month and what keeps me pursuing this creative endeavor is the motivation to try different things. With this in mind, and taking inspiration from my favorite KCRW DJ’s, I am launching a monthly radio show! It’s also a great way to practice my DJing, learn more about artists and support them by purchasing their songs.
I am excited to explore a new format in how I share my curated playlists and I’d love to hear from you in the comments below (or directly) what song(s) you enjoyed!
🎙️ Radio Show Episode 1
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Tracks
1. "Zone No 6" - The Drive (1976)
Featured on Chakalaka Jazz - A Selection of South African Gems (2024) compiled by Cape Town producer & DJ Fred Spider. This album was playing on vinyl at Roastin’ Records in Cape Town, a cool record shop that also served coffee - the best combo!
2. "Relaxin" - Tete Mbambisa (1976)
Self-taught pianist and this song is from African Day (2024), an album of unreleased recordings from 1976. This album was recommended by Wentzel, the owner of Roastin’ Records.
3. "Marabayasa" - Rail Band (1973)
Formed in 1970 in Mali (sponsored by the government & railway administrative), they started as a Latin jazz band (which was popular there in the 40s) and evolved to include more local styles & language
4. "Mr Who You Be" - Afro National
Band formed in 1972 in Sierra Leone who created some of the country's most popular songs.
5. "Black Notes" - Ibibio Sound Machine (2024)
English afro-funk band formed in 2013 who blend West-African funk & disco with electronic. The name comes from vocalist's mother's native Nigerian language.
6. "Ti Chuong" (Olof Dreijer Remix) - Emmanuel Jal, Nyaruach
South Sudanese Canadian artist, who survived life as a child soldier, teams up with his sister on vocals. Remixed by Swedish DJ & producer (half of duo The Knife)
7. "No More Trust" (Musumeci Remix) - Zongo Abongo, Jah Sazzah
Written & produced by Italian drummer & percussionist Jah Sazzah, vocals by Ghanan Highlife singer Zongo and remixed by Italian DJ & producer Musumeci. Highlife is a West African genre that combines African rhythm & jazz with Western instruments.
🎵 Catch-Up on Music Club
Music Club’s Fav Albums of 2024 newsletter here & playlist below