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In Nigeria

Yusef Lateef · 1983

39 min · 7 tracks · jazz

A vibrant fusion of jazz with traditional Nigerian sounds, creating a rich auditory tapestry filled with cultural depth.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady pacing for focused listening
  • rich cultural sound exploration
  • immersive journey through themes
  • vibrant textures for deep engagement

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer quick, standalone tracks
  • seek high-energy party music

Where this album fits

Career context
By 1983, Yusef Lateef was already an established figure in jazz, having released several influential albums. 'In Nigeria' comes after his acclaimed work 'The Blue Yusef Lateef' and showcases his continued exploration of world music influences, particularly West African rhythms and instruments.
Stylistic neighbors
Pharoah Sanders· Alice Coltrane· Don Cherry

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Mu, Omi (Drink Water) 6:28
  • 2 Drama Village 6:01
  • 3 Akima (Birth) 6:43
  • 4 Blues in the Adaji 5:45
  • 5 Lalit (Lover’s Separation) 4:17
  • 6 Curved Spacetime 5:27
  • 7 Ruwa Maizurufi (Deep Water) 4:20

Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata