Sangoma cover

Sangoma

Miriam Makeba · 1988

42 min · 19 tracks · jazz · African popular music · township music

A vibrant blend of traditional African rhythms infused with jazz and township influences, celebrating cultural heritage.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • celebration of cultural heritage
  • steady pacing for relaxed listening
  • brief interludes for reflection
  • vibrant energy for social gatherings
  • engaging rhythms for dance

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer long, expansive tracks
  • seek instant gratification

Where this album fits

Career context
By the time 'Sangoma' was released in 1988, Miriam Makeba had already established herself as a global icon after her international breakthrough in the 1960s. This album came during a period of her artistic reinvention, following years of activism against apartheid and a return to South Africa after her long exile, allowing her to reconnect with her roots musically.
Stylistic neighbors
Hugh Masekela· Angelique Kidjo· Oumou Sangaré

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Emabhaceni 2:39
  • 2 Baxabene Oxamu 2:17
  • 3 Ngalala Phantsi 2:33
  • 4 Ihoyiya 1:30
  • 5 Kulo Nyaka 2:22
  • 6 Baya Jabula 2:24
  • 7 Mabhongo 1:26
  • 8 Ingwemabala 1:58
  • 9 Mosadi Ku Rima 3:14
  • 10 Angilalanga 2:20
  • 11 Ungakanani 1:29
  • 12 Ngiya Khuyeka 1:39
  • 13 Nyankwabe 1:57
  • 14 Sabumoya 1:47
  • 15 Congo 2:50
  • 16 Nginani Na 2:40
  • 17 Umam' Uyajabula 2:01
  • 18 Nyamuthla 2:31
  • 19 Icala 3:14

Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata