Welcome to "Africa-o-ye," Portland's ultimate destination for African music, where the airwaves come alive every Thursday from 2pm to 4pm on KBOO radio. Immerse yourself in two solid hours of soul-stirring African rhythms as we bring you the very best of the continent's diverse musical heritage. From the hypnotic beats of Afrobeat to the joyous melodies of Highlife, from the infectious grooves of Soukous to the captivating sounds of Juju, "Africa-o-ye" is your primary source for the vibrant and eclectic tapestry of African music. Tune in, let the rhythms transport you, and experience the magic of Africa right at your fingertips.
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A special interview with Hisham Mayet of Sublime Frequencies, focusing on the
recent triple LP release: Music of Burkina Faso. Field recordings, DIY
musicology, and the legacy of Charles Duvelle of the legendary OCORA label.
Also feauturing other musics from Burkina Faso...
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Music from Gambia, Guinea, Mali, and Senegal. Featured artists will include
Toumani Diabaté, Djeli Moussa Diawara, Pa Bobo Jobarteh, Mamadou
Diabaté, M'Bady Kouyaté, Foday Musa Suso, and others. /// host: Andy
Hosch.
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