Beatin' Aroun de Bush
Hugh Masekela · 1992
53 min · 10 tracks · jazz · cape jazz
A vibrant fusion of jazz and African rhythms, celebrating cultural heritage with infectious grooves and rich instrumentation.
Why this album works
'Beatin' Aroun de Bush' received critical acclaim and helped re-establish Masekela's presence in the global jazz community. The album's unique blend of traditional sounds with contemporary influences not only resonated with audiences but also contributed to the larger narrative of post-apartheid South African music.
- Best for
- infectious grooves for dancing dynamic journey with peaks celebratory rhythms for gatherings
- Context
- In 1992, Hugh Masekela released 'Beatin' Aroun de Bush' as his comeback album after a decade living in exile. This album marked a significant return to the South African music scene, showcasing Masekela's evolution as an artist while reaffirming his roots in Cape Jazz and African musical traditions.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Kate Bush· David Bowie· ABBA· Akiko Yano· The Cranberries· Julio Iglesias· Morning Musume· Modern Talking
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Steppin’ Out Standout 3:37
- 2 Ngena-Ngena 6:07
- 3 Ngena 0:51
- 4 Batsumi (Mayibuye i Afrika) Standout 7:37
- 5 Rock With You Standout 3:32
- 6 Polina 6:57
- 7 Languta 6:48
- 8 Sekunjalo 7:23
- 9 U-Mama 4:07
- 10 Beatin’ Aroun de Bush 6:30
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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