The legendary collaboration between master percussionist Bonjo Iyabinghi Noah and producer Adrian Sherwood return with their first new studio album in twelve years. Originally conceived in 1981 as an attempt to make Brian Eno’s “vision of a psychedelic Africa” exist in musical form, the project has evolved and mutated over the years but all the hallmarks of their classic sound are present and correct on this record: hypnotic hand drums driving rhythms to move your head and feet; coupled with mind-bending arrangements and dubwise production. Inimitable guest vocals by the award winning Ghanaian kologo master, King Ayisoba lend an extra dimension. An act of cultish proportions, African Head Charge have been compared to Sun Ra “for their same ability to head into the unknown” - Echoes magazine. Recorded between Ghana and the UK, A Trip To Bolgatanga is a triumphant comeback.
Release date:
July 7, 2023
Label:
Install our app to receive notifications when new upcoming releases are added.
Recommended equipment and accessories
-
HumminGuru: Ultrasonic Vinyl Record Cleaner
Advanced ultrasonic technology with customizable cleaning cycles and a large tank capacity to thoroughly remove dust, dirt, and contaminants
-
Technics SL-1500C Turntable
Features a direct-drive motor, a high-precision tonearm, and a premium MM cartridge, delivering exceptional sound quality
-
Ortofon 2M Red Cartridge
Features an elliptical stylus that accurately tracks the grooves of vinyl records, delivering a rich, detailed sound with an output voltage of 5.5 mV
-
Ortofon 2M Blue Premounted
Mounted on the SH-4 Black Headshell, this setup delivers exceptional clarity, dynamic range, and accurate sound reproduction.
-
Cartridges - Top Picks
A selection of turnatble cartridges that provide great performance and sound quality
Featured Upcoming Vinyl
-
The Format Boycott Heaven
The Format
January 23, 2026 -
Fuzz Lightyear Zero Guilt
Nice Swan Records
December 19, 2025 -
Mike Oldfield Amarok [2xLP]
Universal UK
November 7, 2025 -
Hot Water Music Split
Rude Records Equal
November 7, 2025 -
Edenbridge Set the Dark on Fire [2xLP]
Steamhammer
January 16, 2026 -
Stephen Wilson Jr. Blankets EP
Big Loud Records
December 19, 2025 -
Portugal. The Man SHISH
KNIK
December 12, 2025 -
BENEE Ur an Angel I'm Just Particles (Angel White)
Universal Records
November 7, 2025 -
Prince And The Revolution Around The World In A Day (Deluxe) [3xLP]
Legacy Recordings
November 21, 2025 -
Def Leppard Diamond Star Heroes: Live from Sheffield (Multicolor Splatter) [2xLP]
Mercury Studios
November 21, 2025 -
MØL Dreamcrush (Coke Bottle Green / Black Yolk)
Nuclear Blast
January 30, 2026 -
Tom Smith There Is Nothing in the Dark That Isn't There in the Light - Maroon
Play It Again Sam
December 5, 2025 -
Runo Plum Patching (Green)
Winspear
November 14, 2025 -
David Keenan Modern Mythologies
Good Form Recordings
December 19, 2025