LAFAYETTE AFRO-ROCK BAND Malik (2024 UK/EU limited
edition 7-track remastered LP pressed on 180-gram black
vinyl, the definitive repress of the highly influential funk rock
album Malik from 1975. Featuring the classic Darkest
Light, heavily sampled by Jay-Z, Public Enemy, Masters At
Work, and more. Picture sleeve with original cover artwork,
plus hype sticker. Highly recommended).
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Lafayette Afro-Rock Band Malik - 180 Gram Black Vinyl UK vinyl LP album (LP record)
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| Tracklisting / Additional Info: |
In 1971, an undocumented seven-member Afro-American ensemble known as the Bobby Boyd Congress made a transformative journey from the United States to France. Bandleader Frank Abel recollects, "We sensed that the soul and funk market was saturated back home, and our original plan was a brief 6-month stint in Paris. Surprisingly, we ended up staying for a decade." Upon lead singer Bobby Boyd's return to the U.S., the group rebranded as Ice and crossed paths with independent producer Pierre Jaubert, a seasoned studio professional with credits on groundbreaking recordings alongside Charles Mingus, John Lee Hooker, and Archie Shepp, among others.
Drawing inspiration from Motown's work ethic, Jaubert initiated regular rehearsals with Ice. He recalled, "I didn't want to mimic Berry, but with seven talented musicians collaborating daily, something unique emerged." The band, residing in Paris and immersed in the African-dominated Barbesse district, began infusing African elements into their music frequently performing with Paris-dwelling Camaroonian and legendary composer Manu Dibango.
Under the new moniker Lafayette Afro Rock Band, the group's music transitioned to predominantly instrumental compositions, featuring a denser Afro-funk sound. Their inaugural recording with the new name, 'Soul Makossa,' included a compelling rendition of Dibango's classic and the impactful break in 'Hihache.' The subsequent release a year later, 'Malik,' refined their sound with the percussive Afro party jam 'Conga,' the atmospheric vocoder and piano-led piece 'Djungi,' and the robust funk of 'Darkest Light.' Despite a limited impact upon its initial release, 'Malik' found appreciation as hip-hop culture flourished in the '80s, establishing itself as a rich source of samples and riffs. 'Conga' was featured in the 'Ultimate Breaks And Beats' series, while the opening horn line from 'Darkest Light' became a pivotal hip-hop motif, employed by Jay-Z, Public Enemy, Wreckx 'N' Effect, and many others.
This remastered reissue, the first of its kind, meticulously crafted by The Carvery from the original tapes, showcases the album in its entirety and includes the full original artwork.
Side A
1. Djungi
2. Raff
3. Conga
4. Avi-Vo
Side B
1. Malik
2. Darkest Light
3. Baba Hya
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| Condition : |
This item is in Excellent condition or better (unless it says otherwise in the above description). We buy items as close to Mint condition as possible and many will be unplayed and as close to new as you could hope to find. Irrespective of the source, all of our collectables meet our strict grading and are 100% guaranteed. Click here for more info. |
| Availability: |
In Stock - Buy Now for shipping on Monday 19th May
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| Year of Release: |
2024 |
| Artist: |
Lafayette Afro-Rock Band (click here for complete listing) |
| Title: |
Malik (click here for more of the same title) |
| Price: |
£ 24.99, US$ 33.24
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| Format: |
vinyl LP album (LP record) |
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| Record Label: |
Strut Records |
| Catalogue No: |
STRUT299LPB |
| Country of Origin: |
UK
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| Language: |
Regardless of country of origin all tracks are sung in English, unless otherwise stated in our description. |
| EIL.COM Ref No |
67KLPMA839910 (quote this reference in any e-mails, letters, faxes or phone calls to help identify this item) |
| Barcode : |
4062548089349 |
| Genres: |
70s Artists, Funk, Jazz-Funk
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| Complete Stock List: |
Lafayette Afro-Rock Band |
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sales@eil.com to contact our sales team. |
| Alternative Names: |
THE LAFAYETTE AFRO ROCK BAND |
| To order by phone: |
Call +44 1474 815010 quoting EIL.COM reference number 67KLPMA839910 |
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