Abdullah Ibrahim (Dollar Brand) - Voice of Africa (1977)

Of the many element that have contributed to Dollar's diverse background, the sounds os Africa have understandably influenced him the most. African rhythms, folk tunes, gospel amd hymn blen skilfully with classical and jazz strains producing Dollar's unique style and bearing testimony to the African influence. He also pays tribute to his fellow countryman the alto sax player Kippie Moeketsi "…the father of us all, the first person to make us aware of the riches within South Africa…he convinced me to devote my entire life to music". This album includes the gold award winning recording of "Mannenberg". - by Ray Jenks (from CD cover)

Tracks:
1. Black Lightning (Abdullah Ibrahim) 14:27
2. Little Boy (Abdullah Ibrahim) 8:31
3. Black and Brown Cherries (Abdullah Ibrahim) 7:25
4. Ntyilo Ntyilo (Johnny Dyani) 4:53
5. Mannenberg Is Where It's Happening (Cape Town Fringe) (Abdullah Ibrahim) 13:38
6. The Pilgrim (Abdullah Ibrahim) 12:47

Personnel:
Dollar Brand/Abdullah Ibrahim (Piano)
Kippie Moeketsi (Alto Saxophone) - 1-3
Basil Coetze (Tenor Saxophone and Flute)
Duku Makasi (Tenor Saxophone) - 1-3
Sipho Gumede (Bass) - 1-3
Gilbert Mathews (Drums) - 1-3
Basil Moses (Bass) - 4
Monty Weber (Drums) - 4-6
Paul Michaels (Bass) - 5,6

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