Paul Ngozi & Ngozi Family - Masoja b/w Dancing Star ORIGINAL ZAMROCK ZAMBIA
  $   27

 


$ 27 Sold For
Sep 13, 2014 Sold Date
Sep 6, 2014 Start Date
$   10 Start price
10   Number Of Bids
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Description

This is a 100% original Zambian pressing of Paul Ngozi and the Ngozi Family's "Masoja (Shona)" and "Dancing Star".
For those not familiar, the late 1970's saw a flourishing of a highly original and energetic hard rock scene, led by Witch, Rikki Illilonga, Chrissy Zebby Tembo, Amanaz, Keith Mlevhu, Salty Dog, 5 Revolutions, the Peace, and of course Paul Ngozi and his family. Many of these groups recorded only one or two albums and faded away into obscurity. Paul Ngozi, however, continued to be very prolific in later years, softening his sound somewhat and incorporating what one would consider more traditional African / High Life elements into his sound, but still retaining a distinct rock edge.
This single (and others up for auction) is one of such later recordings from 1981. "Masoja" is more traditional High Life track, but the real winner is the B-Side "Dancing Star", which can only be described as zamrock-disco. No, this is no Saturday Night Fever, but a distinct Zambian take on the disco style.... has to be heard!!  As far as I know, these singles have never been listed for sale on eBay or Discogs. Don't bother looking for these anywhere else...you will not find them.
This is your chance to own a truly unique piece of musical history!
Notes about condition: When it comes to Zamrock, you cannot be picky about condition...finding these records intact in any condition is a small miracle in itself. This particular record is in surprisingly meticulous condition. Very little noise and very minor scuffing. Bright and Shiny! As if these records weren't rare enough...finding one in this condition just does not happen.
This auction is NO RESERVE, but don't kid yourself...you will likely not see these for sale again!!
Shipping cost will be calculated at end of auction, based on buyer location.
PERCENTAGE OF PROCEEDS FROM THIS AUCTION WILL BE DONATED TOWARDS IMPROVING WATER AND SANITATION CONDITIONS IN ZAMBIA THROUGH THE EXCELLENT WORK OF CAWST (cawst.org)


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