Batov Records presents ‘Nijerusalem', a groundbreaking collaboration between Nigerien synth pioneer Mamman Sani and Berlin-based electronic artist Tropikal Camel. Mamman Sani's electronic organ music, first recorded in 1978, made him a national hero in Niger, led to him writing the Niger's new national anthem, and has long been cherished by aficionados for its unique blend of traditional Nigerien melodies and synth experimentation. This album is the result of a serendipitous meeting at the Nyege Nyege Festival in Uganda. Both artists shared a residency and studio space, which led to long recording sessions together over the course of two weeks, capturing the organic fusion of Mamman's synth melodies and Tropikal Camel's percussive electronic beats. ‘Nijerusalem' pays homage to the warm synth sounds of the 80s while infusing them with an African electronic aesthetic. Mamman's music, rooted in Nigerien folk traditions, finds new life in this sonic exploration, resonating with authenticity and innovation. (Batov Records)
Tracklist A1 Nomadic A2 Sultan Umnaru´s Trip A3 Touareg Spaceship A4 Fulani UFO B1 Sonray Wedding Song B2 Venusian Lady B3 Toil, Sweat & Sun B4 Nomadic (Dub)
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Batov Records presents ‘Nijerusalem', a groundbreaking collaboration between Nigerien synth pioneer Mamman Sani and Berlin-based electronic artist Tropikal Camel.
Mamman Sani's electronic organ music, first recorded in 1978, made him a national hero in Niger, led to him writing the Niger's new national anthem, and has long been cherished by aficionados for its unique blend of traditional Nigerien melodies and synth experimentation.
This album is the result of a serendipitous meeting at the Nyege Nyege Festival in Uganda. Both artists shared a residency and studio space, which led to long recording sessions together over the course of two weeks, capturing the organic fusion of Mamman's synth melodies and Tropikal Camel's percussive electronic beats. ‘Nijerusalem' pays homage to the warm synth sounds of the 80s while infusing them with an African electronic aesthetic. Mamman's music, rooted in Nigerien folk traditions, finds new life in this sonic exploration, resonating with authenticity and innovation. (Batov Records)
Tracklist
A1 Nomadic
A2 Sultan Umnaru´s Trip
A3 Touareg Spaceship
A4 Fulani UFO
B1 Sonray Wedding Song
B2 Venusian Lady
B3 Toil, Sweat & Sun
B4 Nomadic (Dub)