Classic Recordings from Western Kenya

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  Wat zullen we nu weer eens draaien......

  Pieter

  28-09-2024

  The musical traditions of Kenya were brought to the international stage by guitarist/vocalist Shem Tube and his band Abana Ba Nasery. Led by guitarist/vocalist Tube, the group introduced much of the world to the Kenyan tradition of omutibo, an uplifting music produced by two fingerpicked acoustic guitars and three-part vocal harmonies set to a rhythm played on a Fanta soda bottle. One of Kenya's most successful traditional groups of the 1960s and '70s, Abana Ba Nasery disbanded for more than a decade before reuniting in 1991. The revived band reflected the group members' shifting musical influences -- during the group's hiatus, Tube and guitarist/vocalist Justo Osala had performed with an electric banga band, les Bunyore. Their fascination with contemporary music continued following their re-formation. Their debut album, Classic Acoustic Recordings of Western Kenya, showcased the sound of the original acoustic trio.