Various - Afro Baby - The Evolution Of The Afro-Sound In Nigeria 1970-79 (2004)

Nigeria in the 1970s had one of the biggest recording industries on the continent as well as one of the most diverse. The fusion of African rhythms and culture with jazz, funk, soul and rock was an Africa wide phenomenon but nowhere was it more prolific and active than the cities and dance floors of Nigeria. These twelve rarities highlight how the Afro – Sound influenced all areas of the music scene and how it progressed throughout a very creative and energetic decade. From funky afro-jazz, soul and afro-highlife to big, dance floor afro-beat Nigeria led the way in West Africa at the time.

“A contender for compilation of the year” - Songlines

Tracklist:
01. The Sahara All Stars - Alikali Adajo (8:58)
02. Bola Johnson - Lagos Sisi (3:23)
03. The Mebusas - Son Of Mr Bull Dog (5:22)
04. Fela Ransome Kuti & The Africa 70 - Fogo Fogo (8:58)
05. The Don Isaac Ezekiel Combination - Ire (3:22)
06. Tunji Oyelana & The Benders - Ipasan (5:20)
07. Fred Fisher - Asa-Sa (8:09)
08. Orlando Julius & His Afro Sounders - Mura Sise (7:00)
09. Thorny Shorby Nyenwi - No Wrong Show (5:43)
10. Dr. Victor Olaiya's International All Stars - Omeleble (5:53)
11. Stephen Osita Amaechi & His Afro-Rhythm-Skies - Afro Baby (3:09)
12. The Martins Brothers Dance Band - Ochonma (2:55)