Polobi & The Gwo Ka Masters Abri Cyclonique (Translucent)

Release date:
February 17, 2023
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Translucent Green Vinyl. In the tropical Carribbean forest a river runs, the streaming water drowning out the rustling of leaves, the pulse of insects and the birds' cry. The song of a man, more powerful than that of the waters, rises to the tops of the ancient trees. Polobi, balanced on a rock, launches a melody towards the infinity of the sky. Drawing inspiration from the heart of the tropical forest, the mystical character of Polobi and his musicians collaborate with idiosyncratic producer Doctor L (Les Amazones d'Afrique, Mbongwana Star), forging a radical new take on the Gwo Ka musical tradition from the Caribbean island of Guadeloupe. An electro-acoustic palette and offbeat rhythms adorn these deeply rooted Creole songs with a unique sound universe.

Tracklist:
  • 1. Kawmélito
  • 2. Mendémélé
  • 3. Zion
  • 4. Driv
  • 5. La Lézad
  • 6. NÈG Africa
  • 7. Camargo
  • 8. Okipayason
  • 9. Ojéliya
  • 10. Léono
  • 11. Bouladjel
  • 12. On Jan Padjanbel
  • 13. Levé Yo Mano