A1: Block Party (06:15) A2: Trompeta Alegre (05:56) A3: Do It! (6:24) B1: Love Is The Answer (09:54) B2: Kazet (06:27) C1: Bisous Sucr? (05:21) C2: Les Enfants Du Bled (07:10) C3: Peplum Africa (05:14) D1: Edony (Clap Your Hands) (08:07) D2: Tourment D'amour (07:10)
Description:
Africanism Vol 1 by Bob Sinclar, released 29 September 2023.
This version of Africanism Vol 1 comes as a 2xLP.
The vinyl is pressed as a opaque disc. Another vinyl is pressed as a opaque disc. -
"Africanism I (Reissue)" on LP presents a vibrant journey through contemporary club music with a strong African and Afro-Caribbean flavor. As a reissue, this edition brings back a sought-after compilation that blends house, tribal grooves, and rhythmic percussions into an energetic and cohesive listening experience. Rather than focusing on a single artist, the record showcases a stylistically curated selection of tracks that celebrate the fusion of Western club culture with African-inspired rhythms. Listeners can expect rolling percussion, deep basslines, hypnotic chants, and an uplifting atmosphere that works equally well on the dancefloor and at home. The reissue format makes this LP especially interesting for collectors and DJs who may have missed the original pressing, as it offers a renewed opportunity to own this influential slice of global club sound on vinyl.
The stylistic breadth of "Africanism I (Reissue)" is one of its main strengths: from deeper, more minimal grooves to more melodic and vocal-driven cuts, the track selection is designed to keep a consistent tribal-house DNA while still offering variation from track to track. This makes the LP suitable for building DJ sets that gradually increase in intensity, or for a focused listening session that showcases the evolution of Afro-influenced electronic music in a compact, thoughtfully sequenced form. The warm sound characteristics of the LP format further underline the organic, percussive elements of the production and give the music a tactile presence that digital formats often lack.
The release is presented by Wagram / Balagan Music / Yell / In, labels and imprints known for their work in electronic, world, and club-oriented music. Wagram, in particular, has a long-standing reputation as a French-based independent company that oversees a wide range of labels and compilations, often focused on discovering and curating distinctive musical scenes--from electronic to reggae, soul, and world music. Together with Balagan Music and Yell / In, the collaboration behind this LP reissue underscores a focus on quality curation, strong sound, and packaging that appeals to both aficionados and newcomers. Collectors of global grooves, house music enthusiasts, and anyone interested in the intersection of African rhythms and modern club culture will find "Africanism I (Reissue)" a compelling addition to their vinyl shelf.