Konono No. 1 – Wumbanzanga
This one is part of the Congotronics series that has been going on for a few years now, highlighting exceptional contemporary sounds out of Congo. Konono No. 1 has been around for quite a while, but have only recently caught on to international ears. This new album is seriously fantastic, with upbeat rhythms and electro kalimba sounds. If you happen to be in the LA area, they are playing a free show on Thursday July 8th as part of the Santa Monica Pier’s Twilight music series. Not to be missed!