Welcome to "Africa-o-ye," Portland's ultimate destination for African music, where the airwaves come alive every Thursday from 2pm to 4pm on KBOO radio. Immerse yourself in two solid hours of soul-stirring African rhythms as we bring you the very best of the continent's diverse musical heritage. From the hypnotic beats of Afrobeat to the joyous melodies of Highlife, from the infectious grooves of Soukous to the captivating sounds of Juju, "Africa-o-ye" is your primary source for the vibrant and eclectic tapestry of African music. Tune in, let the rhythms transport you, and experience the magic of Africa right at your fingertips.
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Dar International Orchestre Rufani ya Kifo
Zanzibara Vol. 5 (1978-1983) Hot in Dar - The sound of Tanzania Buda
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2:11 PM
Mbaraka Mwinshehe & the Morogoro Jazz Band Masimango...
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The influence of traditional African music in Cuba runs deep,
and these Afro-Cuban sounds have in turn bounced back across the ocean,
influencing modern music in Africa, especially along the Atlantic coast,
all the way from Senegal to Angola. This week's show will feature ...
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From Agadez, Niger: Tuareg guitarist & singer Bombino returns to Portland
on Friday, July 20th to perform with his group at the Star Theater. In
anticipation of this event, this week Africa O-Yé! will feature Bombino's
music, along with other Nigerien artists including Etr...
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