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.
Why this album works
'Sangoma' is significant for its celebration of traditional African music and rhythms during a time when global interest in world music was expanding. The album received critical acclaim and helped sustain Makeba's legacy as a pioneer who brought African music to international audiences.
- Best for
- celebration of cultural heritage steady pacing for relaxed listening brief interludes for reflection
- 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
- Bobby Darin· Lalo Schifrin· Steely Dan· Tom Waits· Serge Gainsbourg· The Pointer Sisters· Bruce Cockburn· Blood, Sweat & Tears
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Emabhaceni Standout 2:39
- 2 Baxabene Oxamu Standout 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 Standout 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
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