free mp3: moussa doumbia – “keleya”

It is already a given that the American musical landscape would be a whole lot bleaker had Talking Heads never met each other, let alone met Brian Eno along their path to chart-topping success. But what is less understood and appreciated is the impact that David Byrne has continued to have on our lives since the band’s demise. This is true of his criminally overlooked solo albums but even more so when looking at the label he founded, Luaka Bop. An entire record label whose catalog is decided strictly on the musical interests of one man is a frightful idea, but thankfully, Byrne’s impeccable taste is something that every music geek and lover of exotic/interesting sounds can count on. Through this imprint, he has brought to wide distribution the sounds of tropicalia, the spaced funk of Shuggie Otis, and new albums by the masterful singer/songwriter Jim White. The label is now celebrating its 21st year of existence, and to do so, have put out a great compilation album highlighting some of the best tracks that have carried the Luaka Bop name. For the uninitiated, here is one small sample – I am sure that it will send you on a path to seek out more.

Moussa Doumbia
“Keleya” (mp3)
from “Twenty First Century Twenty First Year”
(Luaka Bop)

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