Name: Dancing Time - Best Of Eastern Nigeria's Afro Rock Exponents
Brand: The Funkees

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sndwlp039

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Limited edition

Release date

2018-04-06

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Standard:20

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5060091551183

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2 / Extended format: No / LP / Rough Trade Exclusive: No / Signed copies: No

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The Funkees

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African

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Soundway

Soundway Records is a British label founded in 2002 by Miles Cleret. Originally focused on re-issuing and compiling old music from Africa, Latin America, The Caribbean, Asia and beyond, the label has now expanded to release music from all eras and regions. Their diverse range of genres includes Psychedelic Rock, Disco, Boogie, Electronic, Afrobeat, and Funk. With a mission to showcase music from Planet Earth: Past, Present, Future, Soundway Records continues to bring unique sounds to listeners worldwide.

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The Funkees were a Nigerian funk band formed in the late 1960s. Known for their energetic performances and infectious grooves, they quickly became one of the most popular bands in West Africa during the 1970s.
Influenced by Western rock and funk music, The Funkees blended these genres with traditional African rhythms to create a unique sound that resonated with audiences across the continent. Their catchy melodies and soulful vocals made them a favorite among music lovers of all ages.
With their distinct style and electrifying stage presence, The Funkees paved the way for future Nigerian artists such as William Onyeabor, Orlando Julius, and Ebo Taylor. Their music continues to inspire generations of musicians today.

Double 180 Gram Vinyl Set with Download. Dancing Time: The Best of Eastern Nigeria's Afro Rock Exponents 1973 - 77 by the Funkees is the latest title on Soundway to mine the rich musical output of 60s and 70s Nigeria. For the five-year period this compilation spans the Funkees output crackled with dance floor fire n the early 1970s the Funkees were the number-one east Nigerian band and the only outfit to seriously challenge the popular Lagos based rock combos Monomono and Blo. Stoking the dancefloor was the young bands first priority and the Funkees were often playing through the night, seven days a week. formed at the tail end of the Nigerian civil war by Harry Mosco Agada (then a guitarist in celestine ukwus music royals) the band played for the armys 12th brigade in aba and went through a rapid series of membership changes in search of the perfect line-up of players.

Dancing Time - Best Of Eastern Nigeria's Afro Rock Exponents

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