Release Date: 22 November 2024
Label: Jazzhole Records
Not one, but two LPs up this week.
Two compilations of unreleased Nigerian music, produced by the iconic record shop from Lagos, Jazzhole, covering genres including afro-funk, afrobeat, palm wine, juju and highlife. Only 500 of each album have been pressed, with only 100 of each available here in the UK, tune into Gilles' show on Thursday morning to learn more about our special exclusive drop.
The first album Eroya is a collective of elder and young musicians based in the heart of Lagos which takes you on a journey dating back from the late 1940s to contemporary Naija grooves - from palm-wine, agidigbo grooves, juju/owambe styles, highlife melodies to afro-funk and afrobeats. Key members includes Sina Ayinde Bakare, son of the legendary maestro Ayinde Bakare the originator of Juju music, Multi-instrumentalist juju singer Fatai Rolling Dollar, Afro-funk tenor saxophonist Prince Eju Oyewole and afrobeat pianist Duro Ikujenyo, a member of Fela Kuti’s Egypt 80 band.
The second album Asiko Tito was an ambitious project Jazzhole Records embarked on in the late 90s to capture and promote the rich tapestry of local talent from across Lagos. This 10-track compilation showcases an eclectic mix of sounds ranging from afrobeat and Yoruba-funk to afrofunk, highlife and spiritual jazz. Each track is a testament to the vibrant music scene blending traditional rhythms with contemporary influences to create a unique listening experience that resonates with both nostalgia and modernity. The album features renowned producers and musicians who have made significant contributions to these music genres.
“Listeners can expect to embark on a sonic journey where infectious grooves meet funkified melodies. These releases are a must listen for anyone who appreciates the fusion of genres and the power of music to connect and inspire.” Olakunle Tejuoso, Jazzhole Lagos
On Thursday 21 November, Olakunle Tejuoso and his son Olakunle Junior will join Gilles Peterson live from his studio in London on Worldwide FM at 10am to discuss the release of these albums as part of our Studio Monkey Shoulder Global Celebration broadcast.
About Jazzhole Lagos
Nestled in the heart of Lagos, Jazzhole stands as a revered cultural institution with over 30 years of history. Led by Olakunle Tejuoso and his son Olakunle Junior, Jazzhole has evolved far beyond its origins as a record store, becoming a cornerstone of Lagos’ vibrant art scene. Specialising in black music that spans African and Afro-diasporic genres, Jazzhole is deeply committed to celebrating and promoting local talent and Nigerian music.