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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For three days leading up to the legendary title fight between Muhammad Ali &
George Foreman in Kinshasa, Zaïre billed as the "Rumble in the Jungle" was
a music festival, the first of it's kind, featuring both African stars
(Franco, Tabu Ley Rochereau, Miriam Makeba, etc.) ...
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On this week's Africa O-Yé! we explore the music of Konono No. 1, the Kasai
Allstars, and Staff Benda Bilili, street musicians in Kinshasa, DRC who come
from different geographical and cultural backgrounds. Belgian
producer Vincent Kenis of Crammed Discs has recorded these ...
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