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- Artist(s): Orlando Julius
- Summary: The latest release from the Nigerian saxophonist Orlando Julius is a collaboration with the British funk ensemble The Heliocentrics.
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- Record Label: Strut
- Genre(s): R&B, Reggae, Funk, International, West African, African Traditions, Afro-beat, Jazz-Funk, Nigerian, African Jazz
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Sep 11, 2014He's still in rousing form on this new set, recorded with London's the Heliocentrics.
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MojoNov 7, 2014Hardcore Julius fans might recognise old tunes but the London-based musicians have given them all a fresh coat while the boss blows up a storm. [Nov 2014, p.94]
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Sep 11, 2014Listeners seeking a rock-solid album of Afro-funk--or maybe a solidly rocking album of Afro-funk--need look no further than here. Orlando Julius has put decades of experience into this record, and it shows.
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Sep 17, 2014Aided and abetted by some magnificent backing by the Helios, using the requisite analog set up, the album has the verve and feel of a classic West African long-player, but with enough subtle updates to prevent a slide into reverent pastiche.
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Sep 25, 2014This excellent record stands as a testament to the fascinating links and interactions between musical cultures.
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Sep 11, 2014Jaiyede Afro marks a welcome return for Orlando Julius and overall is an excellent, fingerpopping, ass-shaking collaboration.
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The WireDec 2, 2014This new collaboration with London's Heliocentrics admirably recreates a smokey 70s atmosphere. [Sep 2014, p.64]