Nigeria 70 Volume One - The Definitive Story of 1970s Funky Lagos

This definitive reissue features the original LP remastered and pressed on 180 gram triple vinyl in a gatefold sleeve. Originally released riding a wave of global interest in afrobeat at the turn of the decade, Strut's original Nigeria 70 set broke the mould for African compilations when it first surfaced in September 2001. Digging deep into Nigeria's archives, the collection showcased for the first time the stunning variety of fusions recorded across the country during the '70s, from national icons like Fela Kuti and Sunny Ade to lesser known young bands like Monomono and Ofo the Black Company. Nigeria 70 paved the way for the many fine labels like Soundway and Analog Africa who have since continued to document the detailed story of rare West African music and it has remained heavily in-demand since it was deleted in 2003. 

A1. Orlando Julius & His Afro Sounders – Alo Mi Alo (Parts 1 & 2 )

A2. Segun Bucknor & His Revolution – La La La

A3. Lijadu Sisters – Orere Elejigbo

B1. Peter King – Shango

B2. Sahara All Stars Band Jos – Enjoy Yourself

C1. Fela Anikulapo Kuti & Africa 70 – Jeun Ko Ku (Chop 'N' Quench)

C2. Tunji Oyelana & The Benders – Ifa

C3. Ofo The Black Company – Allah Wakbarr

D1. The Funkees – Dancing Time

D2. Monomono– Tire Loma Da Nigbehin

D3. Bala Miller & The Great Music Pyrameeds Of Afrika – Ikon Allah

E1. Sir Victor Uwaifo & His Melody Maestroes – Akayan Ekassa

E2. Shina Williams & His African Percussionists – Agboju Logun

F1. Gasper Lawal – Kita Kita

F2. King Sunny Ade & His African Beats – Ja Fun Mi (Instrumental)