Welcome to "Africa-o-ye," Portland's ultimate destination for African music, where the airwaves come alive every Thursday from 2pm to 4pm on KBOO radio. Immerse yourself in two solid hours of soul-stirring African rhythms as we bring you the very best of the continent's diverse musical heritage. From the hypnotic beats of Afrobeat to the joyous melodies of Highlife, from the infectious grooves of Soukous to the captivating sounds of Juju, "Africa-o-ye" is your primary source for the vibrant and eclectic tapestry of African music. Tune in, let the rhythms transport you, and experience the magic of Africa right at your fingertips.
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of the African continent. We'll hear music from 48 countries in 2-hours on
this week's program, leapfrogging our way alphabetically from Algeria to
Zimbabwe (and most everywhere in between).
Khaled ALGERIA Hiya Ansadou (Intro) [1:23]
Sara Chaves ANGOLA Kurikuté [1...
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Afrobeat, the powerful hybrid of jazz, funk and Nigerian highlife pioneered
by Fela Kuti continues it's march into the future. We'll listen to music from
many artists keeping that legacy alive today, including The
Afromotive, Akoya Afrobeat Ensemble, Chicago Afrobeat Projec...
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