Formed in 1967, The Movers were one of South Africa's most celebrated soul bands of the 1970s, blending American jazz, soul, and funk with a distinctly homegrown spirit. Their infectious sound was powerful enough to cross racial boundaries in a segregated music scene, earning them airplay on white radio stations and cementing their status as a true cult phenomenon. Analog Africa's 35th release, The Movers - Vol. 1 - 1970-1976, brings together 14 of the band's finest recordings from their creative and commercial peak.
What makes this compilation particularly noteworthy is that it marks a departure for the Analog Africa label, which is better known for unearthing obscure and forgotten artists — here, they turn their spotlight on a band that was enormously successful in its time and richly deserves wider recognition. Presented in a gatefold sleeve, this release is a carefully curated celebration of The Movers' boom years, capturing the energy and soul that made them legends of the South African music scene.
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- Format: Vinyl
- Label: Analog Africa
- Genre: Soul & Funk, Folk, World, & Country
- Release Date: 08/05/2022
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TRACKS
A1. Give Five Or More
A2. Tau Special
A3. Soweto Inn
A4. Soul Crazy
A5. Kudala Sithandana
A6. Oupa Is Back
A7. Balele
B1. Hot Coffee
B2. Gig Soul Party
B3. Ku-Ku-Chi
B4. 2nd Avenue
B5. Phukeng Special
B6. Six Mabone
B7. Plenty Time
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