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No Borders (Hugh Masekela album)

Hugh Masekela · 2016

78 min · 15 tracks · jazz · cape jazz

A vibrant fusion of jazz, African rhythms, and poignant melodies that reflects a rich cultural heritage.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dynamic journey with emotional peaks
  • vibrant rhythms for social gatherings
  • reflective moments during quiet evenings
  • engaging melodies for road trips

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer instant gratification tracks
  • avoid lengthy, cohesive experiences

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 2016, 'No Borders' is part of Hugh Masekela's extensive discography, coming after his 2013 album 'Juju.' At this stage of his career, Masekela was celebrated not only as a musician but also as an activist and cultural ambassador, often using his music to address social issues. This album showcases his enduring commitment to exploring themes of identity and belonging through innovative soundscapes.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Shuffle & Bow 4:16
  • 2 Been Such a Long Time Gone 4:33
  • 3 Shango 5:22
  • 4 Congo Woman 8:33
  • 5 The Rooster 4:14
  • 6 One of These Days 4:20
  • 7 KwaZulu 5:32
  • 8 In an Age 5:23
  • 9 Makeba 5:19
  • 10 Heaven in You 4:11
  • 11 Don’t Go Lose It Baby 5:46
  • 12 Tapera 5:15
  • 13 Alright 5:31
  • 14 Tonight, Tonight, Tonight 6:16
  • 15 Exile 4:06

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