Ginger Johnson was a pioneering Nigerian percussionist and bandleader who became a vibrant fixture in London's music scene, bringing the rhythms and energy of West African music to new audiences. African Party, originally released in 1967, captures Johnson and his African Messengers at their infectious best, blending Afrobeat-driven grooves with a joyful, communal spirit that made him a beloved and influential figure in the world music landscape.
This deluxe double vinyl edition from BBE is an expanded remaster of the original album, presented in a gatefold sleeve and featuring a new biography alongside rare photographs sourced directly from the Johnson family archive. Adding further depth to this release are two previously near-lost bonus tracks — a early '70s single on the Afrodesia label, discovered in 2018 by renowned African music collector Uchenna Ikonne and given careful audio restoration — offering listeners a broader and more complete picture of this significant musician's career. Pressed in Germany, this is a beautifully crafted edition of a landmark recording.
- Format: Vinyl
- Label: BBE
- Genre: Jazz, Latin, Folk, World, & Country
- Release Date: 01/17/2025
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TRACKS
A1. I Jool Omo
A2. Adura
A3. Witchdoctor
B1. Ire
B2. Talking Drum
B3. Lord Morocco
C1. A You Momma
C2. Watusi
C3. Alege
D1. Hi Life
D2. Witchdoctor (Afro Rock)
D3. Nawa
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