African Music

African music is a deep well that never runs dry, the original source from which so much other great music has flowed, from funk, soul and jazz to reggae, blues and rock'n'roll. We'll hear a couple of… Audio

"The Golden Voice of Africa” Salif Ketia live at the Bowl Of Brooklands, recorded by RNZ Music. Audio

King Ayisoba live at the Bowl of Brooklands in New Plymouth, recorded by RNZ Music. Audio

Trio Da Kali perform on the Dell Stage, recorded by RNZ Music. Audio

Welsh harpist Catrin Finch and Senegalese kora player Seckou Keita performing on the Dell Stage, recorded by RNZ Music.

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Hear music from Angola, a new album exploring the links between Indian raga and Spanish flamenco and an interview with the founder of the Analog Africa label, who's passion for 70s music is saving… Audio

Trevor Reekie talks to Samy Ben Redjeb, the crate digger behind Analog Africa. Audio

Live performances from Youssou N'Dour from Dakar, Senegal, as well as Auckland band Tahuna Breaks who's brand of big brassy funk grooves had an appreciative Womad audience up and dancing. Audio

Live performances from 7 piece band Jupiter & Okwess International and highlights from Brazilian singer and songwriter Flavia Coelho. Audio

Fela Kuti gets a Broadway makeover, Stephen Malkmus in conversation with Samuel Flynn Scott and Fall Out Boy's Pete Wentz. Audio