Mamman Sani, Tropikal Camel - Nijerusalem (2024) [Hi-Res]

Batov Records presents ‘Nijerusalem’, a groundbreaking collaboration between Nigerien synth pioneer Mamman Sani and Berlin-based electronic artist Tropikal Camel.

Mamman Sani's electronic organ music, first recorded in 1978, made him a national hero in Niger, led to him writing the Niger’s new national anthem, and has long been cherished by aficionados for its unique blend of traditional Nigerien melodies and synth experimentation. Mamman's music embodies a sense of intimacy, echoing the presence of a solo artist in the room with the listener.

This album is the result of a serendipitous meeting at the Nyege Nyege Festival in Uganda. Both artists shared a residency and studio space, which led to long recording sessions together over the course of two weeks, capturing the organic fusion of Mamman's synth melodies and Tropikal Camel's percussive electronic beats. Despite their divergent backgrounds and ages, Mamman at 73 and Tropikal Camel at 44, they found equilibrium in their collaborative process.

Tracklist:
1-1. Mamman Sani - Nomadic (03:16)
1-2. Mamman Sani - Sultan Umnaru’s Trip (03:09)
1-3. Mamman Sani - Touareg Spaceship (04:00)
1-4. Mamman Sani - Fulani UFO (03:03)
1-5. Mamman Sani - Sonray Wedding Song (02:30)
1-6. Mamman Sani - Venusian Lady (03:22)
1-7. Mamman Sani - Toil, Sweat & Sun (06:14)
1-8. Mamman Sani - Nomadic (Dub) (04:24)