Nigeria 70 (The Definitive Story of 1970's Funky Lagos)

3LP. ‘Nigeria 70: The Definitive Story of 1970’s Funky Lagos’ showcases the vibrant diversity of the Lagos scene, reflecting the eclectic musical influences of the time. The compilation includes elements of psychedelic rock, from the heavily fuzzed-out sounds of Ofo & the Black Company’s ”Allah Wakbarr” to BLO’s hauntingly serene ”Chant to Mother Earth.” The influence of late 1970s and early 80s disco can be heard in tracks like Joni Haastrup’s 1977 ”Greetings” and Shina Williams & His African Percussionists’ 1984 electro-funk track ”Agboju Logun,” all while maintaining a strong Afrobeat foundation.

Beloved by collectors and dancefloor enthusiasts, Nigeria 70 is rich with soul, humanity, and a broad spectrum of the region’s musical talent. It has inspired a new wave of labels and releases, introducing the 1970s Lagos scene to a new generation of soul, funk, and dance music fans.

A1 Orlando Julius & His Afro Sounders – Alo Mi Alo (Parts 1 & 2 ) 8:02
A2 Segun Bucknor & His Revolution – La La La 3:33
A3 Lijadu Sisters – Orere Elejigbo 4:12
B1 Peter King – Shango 5:49
B2 Sahara All Stars Band Jos – Enjoy Yourself 5:10

C1 Fela Anikulapo Kuti & The Africa 70 – Jeun Ko Ku (Chop ’N’ Quench) 7:15
C2 Tunji Oyelana & The Benders – Ifa 5:11
C3 Ofo The Black Company – Allah Wakbarr 3:30
D1 The Funkees – Dancing Time 3:28
D2 Monomono – Tire Loma Da Nigbehin 4:46
D3 Bala Miller & The Great Music Pyrameeds Of Afrika – Ikon Allah 5:44

E1 Sir Victor Uwaifo & His Melody Maestroes – Akayan Ekassa 3:11
E2 Shina Williams & His African Percussionists – Agboju Logun 10:07
F1 Gasper Lawal – Kita Kita 6:05
F2 King Sunny Ade & His African Beats – Ja Fun Mi (Instrumental) 7:16