The African Beat [SEP] record label
The African Beat
The African Beat is a jazz album released by Art Blakey and The Afro-Drum Ensemble in November 1962 on Blue Note Records. He described it as the first opportunity he had to work with drummers from Africa; as a blend of American jazz with the traditional rhythms and tonal colors in the percussion of that continent. The album features compositions by African and American musicians, all based on aspects of West African (especially Nigerian) music.
Track listing.
1. "Prayer by Solomon G.
Human Resources. Her style is varied, including House, Techno, Jazz, Disco, Broken Beat, Soul, Funk and Afro Beat.
She was a co-owner of the now-defunct record label Süd Electronic, founded by DJ Lakuti and South African producer Portable.
She cites her wife Lerato Khathi, known as DJ Lakuti, as a major inspiration for her music. Another major music inspiration is her long-time friend and collaborator, Prosumer.
Personal life and activism.
Tama Sumo is