VA - Nigeria Special Vol. 3: Electronic Innovation Meets Culture & Tradition 1978-93

Soundway Records presents a collection of Nigerian music chronicling a time when drum machines, synthesisers, imported pop, reggae, disco and soul collided with highlife, juju and cultural music.

The late 70s saw a period of political turbulence and prompted change across the country. Following suit, musicians and producers entered a period of experimentation, adaptation, modification and innovation, using new technology to renew and refresh cultural traditions. Nigerians formed their own unique approach to the limitless creativity these new instruments offered, to reveal a distinct sound which would dominate local airwaves for the decade to come. Nigeria Special Volume 3 celebrates the rich diversity of culture and musical styles of the nation, showcasing eighteen tracks across various genres which laid foundations for the innovation of Afrobeats artists of today.

Triple Vinyl gatefold LP compiled by Miles Cleret and Jeremy Spellacey, includes a large 8 page booklet with detailed liner notes, record scans and never-seen-before photos.

Tracklist

1. Ozzobia Ndi Oma 
2. Sammy Obot Edue Ukot Akpa Itong 
3. Eppi Fanio Farofa Dancer 
4. Etiene T. Boy Jealousy 
5. Ayo Manuel Do Good (Dub) 
6. Feladey Experience 
7. Chimex G Udensity And His Afrikan Band Okpoko Na Azo Eze (Edit) 
8. I.S.C.A.C. Band Igbo Nwe Egwu (Edit) 
9. Jeje Jeje / D1. Dizzy K Omoge 
10. Blackman Akeeb Kareem Oya A (Eje Kajo) 
11. Jimi Solanke - Owo Orisa Ancestral Respects 
12. Soki Ohale Wumaya Awuma 
13. Jap Band & Feladey Japadodo 
14. Pal Sagie Esan 
15. Mannix Okonkwo Ka Anyi Gbaa Egwu 
16. Sonny Okosuns Highlife (Dub) 
17. Wura Fadaka Band Eyo