New Africa (Vinyl LP)

Various – New Africa is a mixed 1985 compilation on Celluloid, produced by Bill Laswell. African music meets electro, dub and jazzdance – with tracks like “Electric Africa”, “Toure Kunda”, “Politician” and “Yeke Yeke”. An exciting document of the early world music club scene.

On offer is the original UK pressing from 1985 on Celluloid (CNA 1), with original inner sleeve (OIS).

Pressing details

• Label / Cat. no.: Celluloid – CNA 1
• Format: Vinyl, LP, Compilation
• Pressing: UK Original
• Country: UK
• Released: 1985
• Genre: Electronic, Afrobeat, African, Dub, Electro – more in Afrobeat
• Features: OIS – original inner sleeve

Condition

• Condition: Second hand
• Media: VG+ and better
• Cover: VG+

Graded to Goldmine standard (see Vinyl Grading). The images are our own scans of the actual copy for sale.

Tracklist

Side A

1. Electric Africa
2. (We'll Be) Together
3. Toure Kunda
4. Politician
5. Masikini Ya Mola

Side B

1. No Agreement
2. Em'ma
3. Army Arrangement
4. Yeke Yeke
5. Harima

Personnel

Bill Laswell (Producer), Maurice J. Watson (DJ Mix).

Frequently asked questions

Is this the original pressing?
Yes, this is the original UK pressing from 1985 on Celluloid (CNA 1).

Is this a mixed album?
Yes, the tracks are blended into a continuous mix.

What do the condition grades mean?
We grade record and cover to the Goldmine standard, from M (Mint) through NM (Near Mint) and VG+ to G. All grades are explained on our Vinyl Grading page.

Where can I find more like this?
Browse our Afrobeat collection.