“Dur Dur of Somalia – Volume 1, Volume 2 and Previously Unreleased Tracks’“
2018, Aug 3rd
“Ye Bet Waga…….”
We live for moments like this, and with Analog Africa behind it, you already know it’s going to hit.
Dur-Dur Band, the funkiest crew from the Horn of Africa, blend traditional Somali sounds — from Banaadiri beats to Daantho and spiritual Saar — with Funk, Soul, Reggae, Disco, and New Wave. Thanks to this reissue from Analog Africa, their magic is back on the streets.
You’re getting their remastered first two albums plus rare, unreleased gems. Choose from a double CD, triple LP with 18 tracks, or a promo CD with 12. Either way, the funk is loud, proud, and unstoppable. East African funk just hits different.
Start with ‘Oohiyeh’ — all groove and guitar licks, guaranteed to hook you. It leans more into Southern funk than Afro-funk, and it’s better for it.
Then try ‘Heelo’ — a more traditional cut with a long, dreamy keyboard intro. It’s Somalia in full glow, with heartfelt vocals layered over keys and percussion. Smooth enough for a laid-back setting but rich in soul and sunshine.
This collection doesn’t just sound good — it feels like home.
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