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stickto-otherartists · 1 year

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I make alt-rock/ post-punk music under the pseudonym Camille Léon and I play with a stunning black band in and around Toronto

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burlveneer-music · 5 months

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Franck Biyong - Moonwatching 2 - new album from Cameroonian guitarist

Franck moves the limitations of African music with Moonwatching II, extending the palette of newer sounds in creative guitar music. As Afropop and Nigeria's Afrobeats are recognized worldwide, African rock is almost missing, although it’s one of the fundaments of Western rock music. Is Franck Biyong the African Jimi Hendrix? Well ... Let’s say it this way: Moonwatching II combines the abrasive sonics of James Blood Ulmer with the melodic structures of early progressive and art-‐rock. So yes, Franck (who by the way never intended to copy Jimi) naturally deals with similar topics and sounds in his music… Driven by eerie melancholy, surreal guitars, ghost voices and strong musicianship, the psychedelic music does not get transfigured through the gentle but clear melodic lines...With Moonwatching II, Franck Biyong swaggers from Funkadelic style rock before leading us to Frippertronics-‐likesound scapes... CREDITS Cello - Tess Crowther Vocals: Melissa James (2 & 7), Haylen Namvarazad (2 & 6) Drums: Emmanuel Yakobo (3), Gabriel Oladayo (All other tracks) Piano, Fender Rhodes (4), Hammond Organ (2) - Florian Pellissier Electric Bass - Asaph Uzele (1), Antonella Mazza (2, 5, 6 & 7) Ghost voices: Silayio, Emma, Owuor, Haylen, Prisca, Ernest, Tony, Sage, Linda, Brian & other helpful spirits & ghosts Tape Effects, Percussion, Bass (3 & 4), All Guitars - FB

#Franck Biyong #rock #cameroon #guitar #afro rock #africa #prog rock #2023 #Bandcamp

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violetvisionss · 11 months

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I usually put lyrics of whatever song the photo reminds me of. This song has no lyrics but encapsulates the image.

Barton Springs Road, Austin, Texas

2023

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franckbiyong · 2 months

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In this insightful interview, Franck Biyong, a seasoned musician in the realm of progressive and experimental rock, takes us on a journey through his musical evolution, creative process, and influences. From his early fascination with the guitar to the intricate storytelling behind his featured track “Dreamland,” Franck shares the challenges he’s faced as an artist, the ever-evolving music scene, and his unique contributions. As he reflects on memorable moments and future projects, Franck offers a glimpse into the dynamic world of his Afro jazz and rock-oriented endeavors. Join us as we delve into the mind of Franck Biyong, exploring his passion, influences, and the intersection of his music with the broader artistic landscape.

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deadassdiaspore · 1 year

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#African Music #Zambia #Zamrock #psychadelic rock #Afro rock #WITCH

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chroniclesofnadia111 · 1 year

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#Afrorock #Afro rock #ghanaian #Ghana old school #african #music #spotify #SoundCloud

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cowbrains · 1 month

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Akula Owu Onyeara (1972) - The Funkees

#The Funkees #rare groove #afro rock #Spotify

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theparanoid · 6 months

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Various Artists - Afro Psych (Journeys Into Psychedelic Africa 1972 - 1977)

(2022, full compilation)

[Afro-Funk, Afrobeat, Afro-Rock]

#music #afro funk #afrobeat #afro rock #full album #compilation #Youtube

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twistedsoulmusic · 9 months

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Forget the jazz and no-wave vibes from their debut EP. Pigeon’s second offering brings afro disco laced with electro beats, rocking grooves, and catchy synth-pop vibes this time. With five tracks to make your hips shake, listen to this energetic offering that moves fluidly across genres.

#afro disco #electro beats #synth pop #afro rock #Spotify

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tornbluefoamcouch · 10 months

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Artista: Wells Fargo Álbum: Watch Out! Ano: 2017 Faixas/Tempo: 11/32min Estilo: Rock/Afro Rock/Psychedelic Rock Data de Execução: Nota: 7,5 Melhor Música: Bump Bump Babe

#wells fargo #watch out!#rock #afro rock #psychedelic rock #bump bump babe

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rhythmislifeandlifeisrhythm · 1 year

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#Songhoy Blues #Desert Blues #Afro Rock #Malian music

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elleseeof · 2 months

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Do you prefer baths or showers?

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afrodesiacworldwide · 2 months

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IG@Kiarapeachlegit

#afrodesiacworldwide #submission #natural beauty #natural hair #cute #black beauty #beautiful #pretty #beauty #black girls rock #curls #girls with curls #curly hair #curlygirl #afro curls

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franckbiyong · 4 months

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The way Franck Biyong composes is unlike any other musician you will find. This artist has blended roots of Afrobeat to a jazz and electric sound that has a vantage point on the contemporary. His latest album is a thematic entrance into a slice of time which only he can master. This album is called Moonwatching 2.

When he approaches music, he has to find an incredible balance between these two different styles. It might not mean much as listeners, but to find that razor fine line, that is what Franck Biyong is working with. His music has a resonating power to it that fuses elements of the West with the vernacular heartbeat of Cameroon. New Crescent shows this exact sentiment, and you can hear it in the electric influences, even in the tones and monologues. It is like the opening of Maggot Brain by Parliament, where some delectable guitar notes introduce you to the rich textures.

In tonal heaven, all the way

Leave it to Franck Biyong to genuinely surprise you. The next song has the soul of rock, but teases with tones and compositional parts that you’d never put together. He is able to manipulate the feelings of a voice you can never hear, just by how he composes. Fever might be one of my favourites from this talented artist, with elements of blues, soul and rock convening in grace.

Music Better proceeds with a funky effect, and a unique time signature. Just this can give you a nice peek into his brain, where you’re also hearing a Hendrix like riff with percussions that are clearly having African roots. There is this cinematic edge to his music because of the experience and civil way he performs the marriage of such different genres. Moonwatching 2 is thematically perfect, these are his thoughts and muses without trying to disturb the sonic membrane of either of these genres.

To explore, and to seek

Franck Biyong retains the key to soft soundscapes with Soldier Boy. It is a sensitive, soothing single with honey like melodies. How it all overlaps, is not even worth discussing, for it is like a door to paradise. Biyong has detailed the sounds to move from groovy to funky, rock to stylish and punchy, and the result is incredible. I’d like to pick this artist’s brain just to know how he comes up with the concepts he sees through. The guitars are really the ones shining under the lunar halo, and they differ in tone with each song. Freedom Day even has that patriotic element with the percussion building, creating an excitement.

By the time you hear On This Road and Dreamland, you’re spellbound. If we were to send extra-terrestrial life perfect music that showcases more than one part of the world, Franck Biyong has done the necessary. Listen to his album here and dwell in fascination.

#franckbiyong #franck biyong #africa #cameroon #afrofuturism #afro futurism #new album #afro rock #playlist #experimental #Moonwatching 2 #new music #sinusoidal music #vishant varma #alternative #album review #music review #indie music #rock

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sbrown82 · 15 days

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Marsha Hunt, circa 1970.

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littlemsterious · 1 year

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i wanna talk about one really small detail from Wendall and Wild that i absolutely loved

on the back of the cyclops, there’s a sticker that says Pure Hell on it. Pure Hell is an 80’s black punk band. they’re relatively obscure, only 7,000 monthly listeners on spotify.

i dont know who chose to add that, and which ever behind the scenes person chose to do it probably knew it wouldn’t be something many people understood and could have chosen a more well known punk band to reference. but this just feels so much more genuine.

#kat elliot #wendell and wild #henry selick #punk rock #afro punk #80s punk #lmtposting

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