by Various Artists · Rough Guide · CD · EAN 0605633106220
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«Unwired: Africa» is a compilation by various African artists, released in 2000 by World Music Network as part of its Rough Guide series, on CD.
A collection of African acoustic music bringing together names such as Oumou Sangaré, Toumani Diabaté and Abdullah Ibrahim. The sonic journey ranges from the desert blues of Mali to South African jazz, featuring the kora, mbira, balafon and guitars. Includes the tracks «Kayini Wura», «Yamfa» and «Eleventh Hour».
The CD brings together 14 tracks and runs 72:31; it was released in the UK with catalogue number RGNET 1062 CD, in collaboration with Amnesty International, NCOS and New Internationalist.
Suitable for those new to African music and for world music fans looking for acoustic versions of established artists.
