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HC 052LP
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Hot Casa present a reissue of Itadi's album Inye. Afro funk and political soul from Togo. Recorded in the beginning of the '80s and self-produced by Itadi in 1983, this obscure album contained deep soul and controversial rare grooves backed by the five band members called the Afrofunk Band de Lomé. Itadi's music is unique, in his second album, he kept the same recipe: a mixture of soul, reggae, hi-life, and funk with heavy lyrics that sound like slogans -- this caused him big trouble after his release. He was obliged to escape the country to the USA. A real definition of a revolutionary musician! This deluxe LP contains two unreleased tracks. Also includes an interview and photos -- fully licensed by Itadi's family. Remastered by Frank Merritt at Carvery Studio.
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Reduced price, last copies. Hot Casa presents a tremendous Afro-soul album recorded in Togo in 1977 by Itadi Bonney. This rare album was created by a four-piece band formed and led by Itadi. Recorded live in Ghana at the radio station and remixed in Togo, this album is a really stunning fusion of funky arrangements, jazz inspirations and typical Togolese rhythms, sung in English, Mina, and Akposo. The message was political, calling for African unity against dictatorship, which obliged Itadi to move to Washington DC during the '70s. Itadi Bonney, a native of Togo, West Africa, is an international musician who is a composer, arranger, vocalist, and guitarist. Itadi's music is a blend of Ghana's highlife and soul, creating a sparkling, undulating and eminently danceable wave of melodies and rhythms, punctuated by funky keys and layered with smooth vocals and harmonies. Itadi has toured France, Ghana, Benin, The Ivory Coast, Nigeria, and the U.S. Officially licensed and includes an interview with the artist.
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HC 024LP
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Deluxe 180 gram vinyl LP housed in an old-school tip-on jacket.
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