In 1996, Dakar-based group Pee Froiss released Wala Wala Bok?, a groundbreaking album that helped define Senegalese hip hop. Dubbed "an African Public Enemy" by the BBC, Pee Froiss blended hip hop and reggae with the realities of Dakar street life, rapping in Wolof, French, and English while incorporating traditional Senegalese instruments like the kora. Alongside contemporaries like Positive Black Soul and Daara J, the group became champions of a generation, linking hip hop with political struggle in a way that resonated deeply with Senegalese youth.
Originally released only on cassette and long out of circulation, this remastered reissue of Wala Wala Bok? restores a vital piece of African hip hop history nearly 30 years after its debut. The release is accompanied by a 48-page booklet featuring rare artist photos and liner notes that celebrate the singular legacy of Senegalese hip hop, making this an essential addition for fans of world music, hip hop history, and the rich cultural movements that shaped it.
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- Format: Vinyl
- Label: Preference Records
- Genre: Hip-Hop, Folk, World, & Country
- Release Date: 03/28/2025
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TRACKS
A1. Wala Wala Bok?
A2. Bitabane
A3. Deuk Bi
A4. Les Cauris
A5. Xeweul
B1. Sons Of Da Sun
B2. Makowax
B3. Bogolu
B4. Wala Wala Bok? (Remix)
B5. Meyma ma Naan
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