In the late 70s and early 80s, the city of Dar es-Salaam was one of the richest musical scenes in Africa.

ZANZIBARA 5: HOT IN DAR, THE SOUND OF TANZANIA 1978-83

The city of Dar es Salaam was, in the late 1970s and early 1980s, one of Africa's most vibrant stages, with between 25 and 30 professional orchestras performing in the clubs. night and theaters. Close dialogues between three or four guitars, riffs of the brass sections, swing to death for hours, the ''muziki wa dansi'' (dance music), was not only a nighttime distraction taking place in the city: it was the backdrop. sound of everyday life relayed by radio and cassettes. In this anthology appear the most famous orchestras of this period: the ''Mlimani Park Orchestra'', the ''Dar International Orchestra'' and the ''Vijana Jazz Band.'' Richly documented bilingual booklet with period photos.

Additional Details

Label: Buda Musique

Genre: World

Release Date: 10/13/09

UPC: 3341348601847