Balantinje

A 2 track afro-pop single (7m 26s) — released September 15th 2017 on Agogo Records

There is so much good music out there that you've never heard of. Bedroom musicians putting together records that never come out, or finally see the light of day after many years. Such is the case with Fru Assah Atanga aka Colonel Faat. He was born in Camaroon, but made the trek to Nigeria at 21 to learn how to play an instrument. That instrument would be the saxophone. Learning his craft he would then transition to play with several groups in a live capacity around Nigeria in various hotels and night clubs. Moving from Nigeria to Ghana he would would partake in a few recordings as well as recording four records in his own living room. None have ever been released. The first single he has released on Agogo Records is fantastic. "Balantinje" is a light, airy and funky track that is perfect for the summer dance floors and a total vibe out record. Great horns permeate throughout. Think Miriam Makeba and Hugh Masekela meet updated vibes for 2017. The spirit of the music is definitely there and right in front. There is also a remix of the track by Mankoora that is a little more down tempo but none the less funky. Now we are just waiting with baited breath for the rest of his music to surface.

sweet sounds! - Danny Massure

Wonderful release. Congratulations - The Graig Charles Funk & Soul Show

definetely soon on radio playlists - Cosmo Radio

Nice African music - Wicked Jazz Sounds

Funky and fresh for the summer dance floors! - Flea Market Funk

beautiful afro-sunny song - Javi P3z

cool & fresh Afro stuff - Boom Shaka Laka Radio Show

Great vibes!!! Love it - Mr Bird

DOPE AF - DJ Stylus

lovely !! - Renegades Of Jazz

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