Embark on a musical journey with Pop Makossa: The Dance Beat of Cameroon 1976-1984. This compilation captures the essence of a vibrant era when funk and disco rhythms transformed the traditional makossa style, creating a unique sound that resonates with today’s dance music lovers.
The adventure began in 2009 when Samy Ben Redjeb, founder of Analog Africa, ventured into Cameroon to explore its rich musical landscape. His findings led to a remarkable collection highlighting the intersection of traditional Cameroon music and contemporary influences. DJ Déni Shain’s journey through Douala and Yaoundé helped uncover the fascinating stories behind the artists who defined this golden age of dance music.
Rooted in the rhythms of the Sawa people, including ambassey and bolobo, modern makossa emerged as these traditional sounds mingled with merengue, high-life, Congolese rumba, and the infectious beats of funk and disco. Whether you’re looking to buy Pop Makossa vinyl album or simply enjoy the best vinyl records for dancing, this collection is a must-have for any world music enthusiast.
Mr. Sergio Morgan (verified owner) –
Absolutely love this album! The energy is infectious, making it one of the best vinyl records for dancing. Highly recommend to any world music fan!
John Hall (verified owner) –
The Pop Makossa album has brought a whole new vibe to my parties. It’s a fantastic compilation of Cameroon music that keeps everyone on their feet!
Jonathan Schmidt (verified owner) –
I wasn’t familiar with Pop Makossa before, but this album has opened my eyes to the incredible dance music scene in Cameroon. A must-have for any music lover!