How to get into music of Africa
music of Africa: overview of musical traditions in Africa northsound.fm covers 159 music of Africa artists with curated starting points for each.
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What's the best way to get into music of Africa?
Start with Paolo Fresu's "In maggiore". It's one of the most accessible and representative entry points into music of Africa.
Who are the best music of Africa artists to start with?
Some of the best starting points for music of Africa include Paolo Fresu, Hugh Masekela and Papa Wemba. Each has a dedicated listening guide on northsound.fm.
What is music of Africa?
overview of musical traditions in Africa