: Angola 72 () A1: Uengi Dia Ngola (4:08) A2: Balumukeno (4:46) A3: Ku Tando (3:33) A4: Mona Ki Ngi Xica (5:00) A5: Kilumba Dia Ngola (4:00) B1: Muadiakime (3:25) B2: Luanda Nbolo (4:24) B3: Mu Nhango (4:36) B4: Paxi Ni Ngongo (3:53) B5: Muimbo Ua Sabalu (5:00) : Angola 74 () C1: Venda Poro (7:04) C2: Kubangela (3:49) C3: Ma Kongo (6:20) C4: Roots (3:40) C5: Ghinawa (5:18) D1: Sodade (6:31) D2: Marika (5:58) D3: Ngana Ngonga (3:18) D4: Ai-Ue Mama (3:40) D5: Kinga Kueta (4:26)
Number of discs:
1
Description:
Lusafrica 35th anniversary edition
"Angola 72-74" is a remarkable LP by the legendary Angolan musician Bonga, released under the LUS label. This album brings together two of Bonga's most influential records from the early 1970s, "Angola 72" and "Angola 74," which are widely regarded as milestones in African music history. The songs blend traditional Angolan rhythms with elements of semba, folk, and protest music, reflecting both cultural pride and resistance during Angola?s struggle for independence. Bonga?s soulful voice and evocative lyrics have made him an icon not only in his homeland but across the world. Over his career spanning several decades, he has become one of Africa's most celebrated artists, known for hits like ?Mona Ki Ngi Xica? and ?Sodade.? The manufacturer LUS is renowned for its commitment to preserving musical heritage through high-quality reissues that honor original recordings while making them accessible to new generations.