2007-04-30
The most famous of the Buena Vista Social Club revival, Ferrer puts out his final album. He passed away at the age of 78, three weeks before the final recording was due. On his death bed, he dictated a letter asking that this, his “dream recording,” be completed. Fortunately the high-quality demo tapes were produced. -P
SILA AND THE AFROFUNK EXPERIENCE
Black President
LADYSMITH BLACK MAMBAZO
Long Walk to Freedom
Shooglenifty
Live - Radical Mestizo
VIEUX FARKA TOURE
Vieux Farka Toure
DABY TOURE
Stereo Spirit
SUPHALA
Blueprint
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