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Anthony Joseph – Rowing Up River To Get Our Names Back (Vol. 1) [Heavenly Sweetness]
Poet Anthony Joseph has invited a few old friends for his latest release “Rowing Up The River To Get Our Names Back”. Producer David Okumu is on board for this set and sound is notable from the start. “Satellite” has a hypnotic funky groove aided by Okumu’s spacey synths along with vocals from Eska. “Tony”, an ode to the late drummer supreme Tony Allen is a spirited Afrobeat gem. The horn section adds a touch of spice lead by trumpeter Byron Wallen. “A Juba For Janet” continues the journey across the African diaspora in the form of infectious roots reggae dub plate. Joseph pulls us into a day in the life of the Afro Caribbean experience. The listener feels like an invited guest and no doubt having a grand old time. Okumu’s sonic production puts us in the right frame of mind. This release sits firmly alongside Joseph’s previous stellar recordings.
https://anthonyjosephofficial.bandcamp.com/album/rowing-up-river-to-get-our-names-back
Nubiyan Twist – Find Your Flame (Deluxe Version) [Strut Records]
“Find Your Flame”, the latest release from Leeds based Nubiyan Twist is a melting pot of flavors certain to satisfy your musical palette. You want toe tapping funky grooves. You got it here. A slice of reggae and afrobeat rhythms. Yes, there’s plenty of that too. Guitarist/producer Tom Excell manages to tie all these components together while receiving contributions from a number of notable musicians. “Lights Out” instantly pops partly due the soulful vocal harmonies but mainly because the unmistakable bassline from the legendary Nile Rogers. Frontwomen Aziza Jaye elevates the recordings with her gorgeous vocals. Jaye equally shines on the tropical “So Mi Stay”. The punchy Afrobeat rhythms of “Carry Me” receive a boost from Afrobeat pioneer Sean Kuti. “Slow Breath” featuring Mali native Mamani Keita allows us a moment to catch our breaths and enjoy the mellow groove. “Free” is another burning track featuring Ego Ella May holding down the chorus. Afro Futurist band Onipa is essentially Nubiyan Twist plus rapper K.O.G (Kweku Sackey). If you need one album to kickstart your next party then this is the one. No doubt you’re gonna have a funky good time.
https://nubiyantwist.bandcamp.com/album/find-your-flame-deluxe-edition
Sunbörn – Sunbörn [Tramp Records]
https://tramprecords.bandcamp.com/album/sunb-rn