World A-List

The music of Asia (excluding Turkey and the Arabic lands, which means fromeast),east), plus Australia, Pacific islands (e.g., Hawaii), and Native Am rica.

Dele Abiodun

Adawa Super Sound [1985, Shanachie], A–

Abyssinia Infinite

w/Ejigayehu "Gigi" Shibabaw: Zion Roots [2003, Network], A–

The Abyssinians

Satta Massagana [1993, Heartbeat], A–
Tree of Satta: Volume 1 [1969–2003, Blood & Fire], A

King Sunny Ade (1946– )

Sunny Ade & His Green Spot Band: The Master Guitarist Vol. 1 [1970, African Songs], A–
The Best of the Classic Years [1967–74, Shanachie], A+
Gems From the Classic Years (1967–1974) [1967–74, Shanachie], A–
Eje Nlogba [1980, Sunny Alade], A
The Message [1981, Sunny Alade], A–
Juju Music [1982, Mango], A–
Ajoo [1983, Sunny Alade/Makossa], A–
Synchro System [1983, Mango], A–
Synchro Series [1982–83, IndigeDisc], A–
Aura [1984, Mango], A
Bábá Mo Túndé [2009–2010, Indigedisc, 2CD], A–

África Negra

Antologia Vol. 1 [1981–95, Bongo Joe], A–
Antologia Vol. 2 [1979–90, Bongo Joe], A–

Africa Unite [1981– ]

In Dub [2005, Echo Beach], A–

African Head Charge

Off the Beaten Track [1986, Anthology], A–

Eric Agyeman

Highlife Safari [1979, Sterns], A–

Mahmoud Ahmed

Éthiopiques, Vol. 19: Alèmyé [1974, Buda Musique], A–
Éthiopiques, Vol. 7: Erè Mèla Mèla [1975–78, Buda Musique], A–

Sharhabil Ahmed (1935– )

The King of Sudanese Jazz [(2020), Habibi Funk], A–

Nancy Ajram (1983– )

Nancy 8 [2014, In2musica], A–

Al Bilali Soudan

Tombouctou [2020, Clermont Music], A–

Lillian Allen

Revolutionary Tea Party [1986, Redwood], A–

Tony Allen (1940–2020)

w/Hugh Masekela: Rejoice [2010, World Circuit], A–

Alostmen

Kologo [2020, Strut], A–

Amadou and Mariam [1989– ]

Dimanche à Bamako [2005, Nonesuch], A
Welcome to Mali [2009, Because Music/Nonesuch], A–
Folila [2012, Nonesuch], A–

Les Amazones d'Afrique

République Amazone [2017, RealWorld], A–

Les Amazones de Guinée

Wamato [2008, Sterns Africa], A

Les Ambassadeurs

Les Ambassadeurs du Motel de Bamako [1975–77, Sterns Africa, 2CD], A–

Bob Andy (1944–2020)

Bob Andy's Songbook [1966–68, Studio One], A–

Antibalas

Who Is This America? [2004, Ropeadope], A–
Antibalas [2012, Daptone], A–

Khaira Arby (1959–2018)

Live in New York 2010 [2010, Clermont Music], A–

Ardecore

Ardecore [2005, Il Manifesto], A–

Joe Arroyo (1955–2011)

La Noche [1999, World Music Network/Riverboat], A–

Mulatu Astatke (1943– )

Éthiopiques, Vol. 4: Ethio Jazz and Musique Instrumentale, 1969–1974 [1969–74, Buda Musique], A–
New York-Addis-London: The Story of Ethio Jazz 1965–1975 [1965–75, Strut], A–
Inspiration Information, Vol. 3 [2009, Strut], A–
Sketches of Ethiopia [2013, Jazz Village], A–

Ata Kak

Obaa Sima [1994, Awesome Tapes From Africa], A–

Baba Zula

Hayvan Gibi [2020, Night Dreamer/Gulbara], A–

Issa Bagayogo

Timbuktu [2002, Six Degrees], A–

Daby Balde (1969– )

Introducing Daby Balde [2005, World Music Network], A–

Balimaya Project

Wolo So [2021, Jazz Re:freshed], A–

Sorry Bamba (1938– )

Volume One 1970–1979 [1970–79, Thrill Jockey], A–

Patricia Bastos (1970– )

Voz Da Taba [2023, self-released], A–

Waldemar Bastos (1954– )

Pretaluz [1998, Luaka Bop], A–

Batida

Batida [2012, Soundway], A–

Francis Bebey (1929–2001)

African Electronic Music 1975–1982 [1975–82, Born Bad], A–

M'Bilia Bel (1959– )

Phénomene [1988, IMA], A–

Gaby Lita Bembo

w/Orchestra Stukas du Zaïre: Kita Mata ABC [1974–83, RetroAfric], A–

Jorge Ben (1940– )

Jorge Ben [1969, Philips], A–
Solta O Pavão [1975, Philips], A–
África Brasil [1976, Polygram], A–

Chris Berry

Chris Berry and the Bayaka of Yandoumbe: Listen . . . OKA! [2011, Oka Productions], A–

Girma Bèyènè

w/Akalé Wubé: Ethiopiques 30: "Mistakes On Purpose" [2017, Buda Musique], A–

Bhundu Boys

Tsvimbodzemoto [1986, Disque Afrique], A–
The Shed Sessions [1982–86, Sadza, 2 CD], A

Big Youth (1949– )

Screaming Target [1972, Trojan/Sanctuary], A
Natty Universal Dread [1973–78, Blood & Fire, 3 CD], A–
Progress [1979, Negusa Nagast], A–
A Reggae Collection [1973–80, Essex Entertainment], A–

Black Stalin

Roots, Rock, Soca [(1991), Rounder], A

Black Uhuru [1977– ]

Red [1981, Island/Chronicles], A
Anthem [1984, Mango], A+
Liberation: The Island Anthology [1980–84, Mango, 2 CD], A
The Best of Black Uhuru [20th Century Masters: The Millennium Collection] [1979–84, Island], A–

Alpha Blondy (1953– )

The Best of Alpha Blondy [1984–89, Shanachie], A

Bomba Estéreo [2009– ]

Elegancia Tropical [2012, Soundway], A–

Bombino (1980– )

Agadez [2011, Cumbancha], A–

Ken Boothe (1948– )

A Man and His Hits [1966–84, Heartbeat], A–

Bounaly

Dimanche à Bamako [2023, Sahel Sounds], A–

Henri Bowane

Double Take — Tala Kaka [1976, RetroAfric], A–

Naftule Brandwein (1889–1963)

King of the Klezmer Clarinet [1922–41, Rounder], A–

Fimber Bravo

Lunar Tredd [2021, Moshi Moshi], A–

Goran Bregovic (1950– )

Alkohol [2008, Wrasse], A–

Cedric Im Brooks (1943– )

Cedric Im Brooks and the Light of Saba [1974–76, Honest Jons], A

Carlinhos Brown

Alfagamabetizado [1997, Capitol], A–

Dennis Brown (1957–99)

The Best of the Joe Gibbs Years [1972–83, Shanachie], A–

Buena Vista Social Club [1997– ]

Buena Vista Social Club [1997, World Circuit], A–

Burkina Electric

Paspanga [2009, Cantaloupe], A–

Burning Spear [1975– ]

Creation Rebel: The Original Classic Recordings From Studio One [1969–72, Heartbeat], A–
Marcus Garvey [1975, Mango], A–
Social Living [1978, Blood and Fire], A–
Social Living [1978–80, Island], A
Harder Than the Best [1975–78, Mango], A–
Reggae Greats: Burning Spear [1975–78, Mango], A–
Chant Down Babylon [1975–91, Island, 2 CD], A–
The Best of Burning Spear {20th Century Masters: The Millennium Collection] [1975–91, Island/Chroicles], A–

Junior Byles (1948– )

Beat Down Babylon: The Upsetter Years [1970–74, Sanctuary/Trojan], A–

Camila Cabello (1997– )

Familia [2022, Epic], A–

Cabruêra [2002– ]

Proibido Cochilar: Sambas for Sleepless Nights [2003, Piranha], A–

Cachao (1918–2008)

Descargas Cubanas [1957, Panart], A–
Descargas: The Havana Sessions [1957–61, Yemaya, 2 CD], A–
Master Sessions Volume 1 [1993, Crescent Moon/Epic], A–
Master Sessions Volume 2 [1993, Crescent Moon/Epic], A

Calle 13 [2005– ]

Entren Los Que Quieran [2010, Sony Music Latin], A–

The Chantells [1977–1979]

The Children of Jah [1977–79, Blood & Fire], A–

Manu Chao (1961– )

Clandestino [1998, Ark 21], A
Proxima Estacion: Esperanza [2001, Virgin], A
La Radiolina [2007, Nacional/Because], A
Radio Bemba: Baionarena Live [2008, Nacional/Because, 2 CD], A–
Viva Tu [2024, Because Music], A–

John Chibadura (1957–99)

The Best of John Chibadura [(1986), Zimbabwe Music], A–

Stella Chiweshe (1948– )

Ambuya? [1987, Shanachie], A–

Chopteeth Afrofunk Big Band [2008– ]

Chopteeth [2008, Grigri Discs], A–

Victor Chukwu

Akalaka / The Power [1977–79, BBE], A–

Diali Cissokho

w/Kaira Ba: Routes [2018, Twelve/Eight], A–

Jimmy Cliff (1948– )

The Harder They Come [1972, Mango], A
The Harder They Come (Deluxe Edition) [1968–72, Hip-O/Island, 2 CD], A

Basil Coetzee (1919– )

Sabenza [1987, Kijima], A–

Colombiafrica — The Mythic Orchestra

Voodoo Love Inna Champeta-Land [2007, Riverboat], A–

Conjunto Kubavana

Rumba en el Patio [1944–47, Tumbao], A–

Count Ossie (1926–76)

w/Mystic Revelation of Rastafari: Tales of Mozambique [1975, Dynamic Sounds], A–
w/The Mystic Revelation of Rastafari: Tales of Mozambique [1970–75, Soul Jazz], A–

Coupé Cloué

Maximum Compas from Haiti [1992, Earthworks], A–

Creation Rebel

Hostile Environment [2023, On-U Sound], A–

Joe Cuba (1931–2009)

Wanted Dead or Alive: Bang! Bang! and Push, Push, Push [1966, Fania], A–

Julio Cueva (1897–1975)

Desintegrando [1944–47, Tumbao], A–

Culture [1977– ]

Two Sevens Clash [1977, Shanachie], A+
Two Sevens Clash (30th Anniversary Edition) [1977, Shanachie], A+
Cumbolo [1979, Shanachie], A

Mestre Cupijó

Siriá [1973–78, Analog Africa], A–

Dadi (1952– )

Bem Aqui [2009, Sunnyside], A–

Ya Ntesa Dalienst and Le Maquisard

Belalo [1991, Sonodisc], A–

Lucrecia Dalt (1980– )

¡Ay! [2022, RVNG Intl], A–

Dark City Sisters / Flying Jazz Queens

Dark City Sisters and Flying Jazz Queens [1994, Earthworks], A–

Desmond Dekker (1943– )

Israelites: The Best of Desmond Dekker [1963–71, Sanctuary/Trojan], A–
Rockin' Steady: The Best of Desmond Dekker [1963–73, Rhino], A–

Toumani Diabaté (1965–2024)

Boulevard de l'Indépendence [2006, World Circuit/Nonesuch], A–

Zani Diabaté (1949–2011)

Zani Diabate and the Super Djata Band [1988, Mango], A–
Zani Diabaté and Les Héritiers: Tientalaw [2010, Sterns Africa], A–

Kady Diarra

Burkina Hakili [2021, Lamastrock], A–

Djeli Moussa Diawara (1961– )

Sobindo [1996, Celluloid], A–

Diblo Dibala (1954– )

w/Loketo: Super Soukous [1989, Shanachie], A–

Manu Dibango (1934– )

Soul Makossa [1972, Unidisc], A–

Dieuf-Dieul de Thiès

Aw Sa Yone Vol. 1 [1981, Teranga Beat], A–

Henri Dikongué (1968– )

C'est la Vie [1998, Tinder], A–

Dillinger (1953– )

CB 200 [1976, Mango], A–
The Ultimate Collection [1974–80, Hip-O/Island], A–

Leonard Dillon (1942–2011)

On the Road Again [1991, Heartbeat], A–

Élage Diouf

Melokaane [2015, Pump Up the World], A–

DJ Black Low

Uwami [2021, Awesome Tapes From Africa], A–

DJ Finale

Mille Morceau [2023, Nyege Nyege Tapes], A–

DJ Maphorisa (1987– )

w/Kabza De Small: Scorpion Kings [2019, Blaqboy], A–

Fabiano do Nascimento (1983– )

Dança Dos Tempos [2015, Now-Again], A–

DonaZica

Composição [2003, Tratore], A–

Group Doueh [2007– ]

Zayna Jumma [2011, Sublime Frequencies], A–
w/Cheveu: Dakhla Sahara Session [2017, Born Bad], A–

Clint Eastwood

w/General Saint: Two Bad D.J. [1981, Greensleeves], A–

El Guincho (1983– )

Alegranza [2008, XL], A–
Pop Negro [2009, Young Turks/XL], A–

Maurice El Médioni

w/Roberto Rodriguez: Descarga Oriental: The New York Sessions [2005, Piranha], A–

Ersatzmusika

Voice Letter [2007, Asphalt Tango], A–
Songs Unrecantable [2009, Asphalt Tango], A–

Etoile De Dakar [1978–1982]

Volume 1: Absa Gueye [1979, Sterns], A–
Volume 3: Lay Suma Lay [1981, Sterns], A–
Volume 4: Khaley Etoile [1981–82, Sterns], A–
Once Upon a Time in Senegal: The Birth of Mbalax 1979–1981 [1979–81, Sterns, 2 CD], A

Etran De L'Aïr

No. 1 [2014, Sahel Sounds], A–
Agadez [2022, Sahel Sounds], A–

Césaria Évora (1940–2011)

Cabo Verde [1997, Nonesuch], A–
The Very Best of Césaria Évora [1991–2002, Bluebird], A–

Eyuphuro

Mama Mosambiki [1990, Real World], A

Chaba Fadela

You Are Mine [1988, Mango], A–

Mahmoud Fadl

The Drummers of the Nile Go South [2001, Piranha], A–

Fanfare Ciocarlia [1999– ]

Queens and Kings [2007, Asphalt Tango], A–
20 [1996–2016, Asphalt Tango], A–
It Wasn't Hard to Love You [2021, Asphalt Tango], A–

Faudel

Baïda [1997, Mondo Melodia], A–

Irving Fields (1915– )

Bagels and Bongos [1959, Reboot Stereophonic], A–

Fokn Bois

Fokn Wit Ewe [2012, Pidgen Music], A–

Franco (1938–89)

Originalité [1956–59, RetroAfric], A–
1967 / 1968 [1967–68, Sonodisc], A–
Frano & O.K. Jazz: Franco Luambo Makiadi Presents Les Editions Populaires (1968–1970) [1968–70, Planet Ilunga], A–
1971 / 1972: Likambo Ya Ngana [1971–72, Sonodisc], A–
1972 / 1973 / 1974 [1972–74, Sonodisc], A
Bomba Bomba, Mabe Mbongo (1977, 1978, 1979) [1977–79, Sonodisc], A–
Francophonic: A Retrospective, Vol. 1: 1953–1980 [1953–80, Sterns Africa, 2 CD], A+
1980 / 1981 [1980–81, Sonodisc], A–
w/Josky, Matalanza, T.P. OK Jazz: A Paris 1983 Missile [1983, Sonodisc], A
w/Tabu Ley Rochereau: Omona Wapi [1984, Shanachie], A+
The Rough Guide to Franco [1956–87, World Music Network], A
w/Simaro, Joli Detta, Le T.P. O.K. Jazz: 1986 – 1987 – 1988 [1986–88, Sonodisc], A–
Franco: The Very Best of the Rumba Giant of Zaire [1956–87, Manteca], A+
Francophonic Vol. 2 [1980–89, Sterns Africa, 2 CD], A+

Fulu Miziki

Ngbaka EP [2021, Moshi Moshi, EP], A–
Lady Aicha and Pisco Crane's Original Fulu Miziki Band of Kinshasa: N'djila Wa Mudjimo [2022, Nyege Nyege Tapes], A–

Fumaça Preta

Fumaça Preta [2014, Soundway], A–

Gambari Band

Kokuma [2016, Membran Media], A–

Gato Preto [2011– ]

Tempo [2017, Unique], A–

Joe Gibbs (1945–2008)

African Dub All-Mighty Chapter 3 [1978, Joe Gibbs Record Globe], A–

Gigi (1974– )

Gold and Wax [2006, Palm Pictures], A–

Gilberto Gil (1942– )

Gilberto Gil [Frevo Rasgado] [1968, Universal], A–
w/Jorge Ben: Gil E Jorge [1975, Verve], A–
Um Banda Um [1982, WEA Latina], A–
Soy Loco Por Ti America [1988, Braziloid], A–

Bebel Gilberto (1966– )

Tanto Tempo [2000, Six Degrees], A–

Golem [2002– ]

Fresh Off Boat [2006, JDub], A–
Tanz [2014, Discos Corason], A–

Gonora Sounds

Hard Times Never Kill [2022, The Vital Record], A

Eddy Grant (1948– )

Walking on Sunshine [1979, Epic], A–
My Turn to Love You [1980, Epic], A–
Walking on Sunshine: The Very Best of Eddy Grant [(1989), Parlophone], A–

The Green Arrows [1974–1979]

4-Track Recording Session [1974–79, Alula], A–

Los Guanches

The Corpse Went Dancing Rumba [1996, Corason], A–

Tsegué-Maryam Guèbrou (1923–2023)

Emahoy Tsege Mariam Gebru: Emahoy Tsege Mariam Gebru [1963–70, Mississippi], A–
Éthiopiques 21: Ethiopia Song [1963–96, Buda Musique], A–

Juan Luis Guerra

Fogaraté [1994, Karen], A–

Guiss Guiss Bou Bess

Set Sela [2019, Helico], A–

Rahmi Orüj Güvenç (1948–2017)

Orüj Güvenç and Tümata: Ocean of Remembrance [1995, Interworld], A–
Orüj Güvenç and Tümata: Rivers of One [1997, Interworld], A–

Sexteto y Septeto Habanero

Las Raíces del Son: Grabaciones Completas 1925–1931 [1925–31, Tumbao, 4 CD], A–

Hallelujah Chicken Run Band

Take One [1974–79, Alula], A–

Mariem Hassan (1958–2015)

w/Vadiya Mint El Hanevi: Baila Sahara Baila [2015, Nubenegra], A–

Hazmat Modine

Bahamut [1999–2005, Barbès], A–

Hermanos Gutiérrez

El Bueno Y El Malo [2022, Easy Eye Sound], A–
Sonido Cósmico [2024, Easy Eye Sound], A–

Joe Higgs (1940–99)

Triumph [1985, Alligator], A

The Highlife Allstars

Sankofa [2001, Network], A

Justin Hinds (1942–2005)

Carry Go Bring Come: The Anthology [1963–72, Trojan, 2CD], A–
Justin Hinds & the Dominoes: Just in Time [1978, Mango], A–

Winston Hussey

The Girl I Adore [1983, Live & Learn], A–

Gregory Isaacs (1951– )

The Prime of Gregory Isaacs [1975–76, Music Club], A–
Best of Gregory Isaacs, Volumes One and Two [1977–81, Heartbeat], A–
More Gregory [1981, Island], A–
Ultimate Collection [1974–88, Hip-O], A–
Greatest Love Songs [1973–89, Hip-O/Island], A–
My Number One [(1990), Heartbeat], A–
All I Have Is Love: Anthology 1968–1995 [1968–95, Sanctuary/Trojan, 2 CD], A–

Ive

Ive Switch [2024, Starship Entertainment, EP], A–

Jaubi

Nafs at Peace [2021, Astigmatic], A–

Antonio Carlos Jobim (1927–94)

Wave [1967, A&M], A–
w/Elis Regina: Elis and Tom [1974, Verve], A–

Linton Kwesi Johnson (1952– )

Forces of Victory [1979, Mango], A
Making History [1984, Mango], A+
Tings An' Times [1991, Shanachie], A
Live in Paris With the Dennis Bovell Dub Band [2003, Wrasse], A–

Anthony Joseph (1966– )

The Rich Are Only Defeated When Running for Their Lives [2021, Heavenly Sweetness], A–

Joyce (1948– )

w/Nana Vasconcelos, Mauricio Maestro: Visions of Dawn [1976, Far Out], A–

Orlando Julius (1943– )

w/The Heliocentrics: Jaiyede Afro, A–

Hamad Kalkaba

Hamad Kalkaba and the Golden Sounds 1974–1975 [1974–75, Analog Africa], A–

Le Grand Kallé (1930–83)

Merveilles du Passe: Volume 1 [1958–60, Sonodisc], A–
Le Grand Kalle et l'African Jazz (1966–1967) [1966–67, Sonodisc], A–
Le Grand Kallé: His Life, His Music [1953–83, Sterns Music, 2CD], A–

Kanda Bongo Man (1955– )

Amour Fou / Crazy Love [1987, Hannibal], A–

Vieux Kanté (1974–2005)

The Young Man's Harp [2005, Sterns], A–

Karantamba

Ndigal [1984, Teranga Beat], A–

Ndala Kasheba

Yellow Card [2002, Limitless Sky], A–

Aly Keïta

w/Jan Galega Brönnimann, Lucas Niggli: Kalo-Yele [2015, Intakt], A
w/Jan Galega Brönnimann, Lucas Niggli: Kalan Teban [2019, Intakt], A–

Mamani Keita

w/Marc Minelli: Electro Bamako [2003, Palm], A–
Yelema [2005, No Format], A–

Kékélé

Kinavana [2006, Stern's Africa], A–

Kel Assouf

Black Tenere [2019, Glitterbeat], A–

Khaled (1960– )

w/Soufy Boutella: Kutché [1989, Intuition], A–
N'ssi N'ssi [1994, Mango], A–
Liberté [2009, Wrasse], A–

Amjad Ali Khan (1945– )

Moksha [2005, RealWorld], A–

Badar Ali Khan (1964– )

Lost In Qawwali [1997, Triloka], A–

Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan (1948–97)

The Ultimate Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan: The Early Years, Volume 2 [1983–84, Narada, 2 CD], A–
Intoxicated Spirit [1996, Shanachie], A–
The Rough Guide to Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan [(2002), World Music Network], A–

Khevrisa

European Klezmer Music [2000, Smithsonian/Folkways], A–

Kakai Kilonzo (1954–87)

Kakai Kilonzo & Les Kilimambogo Brothers: Buffalo Mountain [1975–85, No Wahala Sounds], A–

The Klezmatics [1990– ]

Possessed [1997, Xenophile], A–
Rise Up! Shteyt Oyf! [2002, Rounder], A–
Wonder Wheel: Lyrics by Woody Guthrie [2006, JMG], A

Oumar Konaté

I Love You Inna [2018, Clermont Music], A–

Konono No. 1

Lubuaku [2003, Terp], A–
Congotronics [2004, Crammed Discs], A–
Live at Couleur Café [2007, Crammed Discs], A–
Assume Crash Position [2010, Crammed Discs], A–
w/Batida: Konono No. 1 Meets Batida [2016, Crammed Discs], A–

Bassekou Kouyate (1966– )

Jama Ko [2013, Out Here], A–
Ba Power [2015, Glitterbeat], A–
Bassekou Kouyate & Ngoni Ba: Miri [2019, OutHere], A–

Ali Hassan Kuban (1929–2001)

The Rough Guide to Ali Hassan Kuban [1989–2001, World Music Network], A–

Fela Anikulapo Kuti (1938–97)

Shakara / London Scene [1970–71, MCA], A–
Roforofo Fight / Fela Singles [1972–73, MCA], A–
Black Man's Cry [1973–75, Eurobond], A–
Confusion / Gentleman [1973–75, MCA], A–
Monkey Banana / Excuse O [1975, MCA], A–
Yellow Fever / Na Poi [1975–76, MCA], A–
Ikoyi Blindness / Kalakuta Show [1976, MCA], A–
J.J.D. / Unnecessary Begging [1976–77, MCA], A–
Zombie [1977, M.I.L. Multimedia], A–
Opposite People / Sorrow Tears and Blood [1977, MCA], A–
Shuffering and Shmiling / No Agreement [1977–78, MCA], A–
Zombie [1976–78, MCA], A–
Coffin for Head of State / Unknown Soldier [1979–80, MCA], A–
Original Sufferhead / I.T.T. [1980–81, MCA], A
The Best Best of Fela Kuti [1972–89, MCA, 2 CD], A
The Best of the Black President 2 [1971–92, Knitting Factory, 2CD], A–
w/Chief X-Cel: The Underground Spiritual Game [2004, Quannum Projects], A–

Seun Anikulapo Kuti (1983– )

Seun Kuti + Fela's Egypt 80 [2008, Disorient], A–
Seun Kuti & Egypt 80: Black Times [2018, Strut], A–

La Cherga

Fake No More [2008, Asphalt Tango], A
Revolve [2011, Asphalt Tango], A–

Ladysmith Black Mambazo [1984– ]

Classic Tracks [1974–84, Shanachie], A
Always With Us [2014, self-released], A–

Mon Laferte (1983– )

Seis [2021, Universal Music Mexico], A–
Autopoiética [2023, Universal Music Mexico], A–

Lalalar

Bi Cinnete Bakar [2022, Bongo Joe], A–

Ricardo Lemvo (1957– )

Isabella [2007, Mopiato Music], A–
La Rumba Soyo [2014, Cumbancha], A–

Lotte Lenya (1898–1981)

The Lotte Lenya Album [1955–57, Columbia], A–
Lenya Sings Weill: The American Theatre Songs [1955–66, Sony Classical], A–

Pedro Lima (1944–2019)

Maguidala [1985, Bongo Joe], A–

Cheikh Lô (1955– )

Né La Thiass [1996, World Circuit], A–

Loketo

Soukous Trouble [1990, Shanachie], A–

Frank London

Carnival Conspiracy [2005, Piranha], A–

Orlando Cachaito Lopez (1933–2009)

Cachaito [2001, World Circuit/Nonesuch], A

Lord Melody

Precious Melodies [1994, Ice], A–

Lord Kitchener (1922–2000)

Klassic Kitchener, Volume One [(1993), Ice], A
Klassic Kitchener, Volume Three [1970–91, Ice], A–

Los de Abajo [1998– ]

LDA V The Lunatics [2006, Real World], A–

Gabi Lunca

Sounds From a Bygone Age, Vol. 5 [1956–78, Asphalt Tango], A–

Baaba Maal (1953– )

w/Mansour Seck: Djam Leelii [1989, Mango], A
Live at Royal Festival Hall [1999, Palm Pictures], A–
Missing You (Mi Yeewnii) [2001, Palm Pictures], A–

Macka-B

Looks Are Deceiving [1988, RAS], A–
Natural Suntan [1990, RAS], A–

Madalitso Band

Musakayike [2022, Bongo Joe], A–

Sho Madjozi

Limpopo Champions League [2018, Flourish and Multiply], A–

Mahlathini (1937–99)

The Lion of Soweto [1987, Earthworks], A–
w/Mahotella Queens: Thokozile [1988, Earthworks], A
w/Mahotella Queens: Paris-Soweto [1988, Polydor], A
w/Mahotella Queens: Music Inferno: The Indestructible Beat Tour 1988–89 [1988–89, Umsakazo], A–

Mahotella Queens

Izibani Zomgqashiyo [1986, Shanachie], A–

Samba Mapangala (1955– )

w/Orchestra Virunga: Virunga Volcano [1990, Earthworks], A–
Ujumbe [2001, Earthworks], A–

Thomas Mapfumo (1945– )

The Chimurenga Singles [1976–80, Shanachie], A–
Ndangariro [1984, Carthage], A
The Singles Collection [1977–86, Zimbob], A–
Spirits to Bite Our Ears: The Singles Collection 1977–1986 [1977–86, DBK], A–
Corruption [1989, Mango], A–
Chimurenga '98 [1998, Anonymous Web], A–

Juçara Marçal (1962– )

Delta Estácio Blues [2021, QTV Selo/Mais Um], A–

Marcé et Tumpak [1984– ]

The Best of Marcé et Tumpak [(1993), Sonodisc], A–

Marcelo D2 (1967– )

Looking for the Perfect Beat [A Procura Da Batida Perfeita] [2003, Mr. Bongo], A–

Boban Markovic

Boban I Marko [2003, Piranha], A–
Devla: Blown Away to Dancefloor Heaven [2009, Piranha], A–

Bob Marley (1945–81)

African Herbsman [1970–72, Silverline/Sanctuary], A–
The Wailers: Catch a Fire [1973, Island], A
The Wailers: Burnin' [1973, Island], A
Talkin' Blues [1973, Tuff Gong], A–
The Capitol Session '73 [1973, Mercury/Tuff Gong], A–
Natty Dread [1974, Island], A+
Live! [1975, Island], A–
Exodus [1977, Island], A–
Easy Skanking in Boston '78 [1978, Island/Tuff Gong], A–
Survival [1979, Island], A–
Uprising [1980, Island], A–
Legend [1972–80, Tuff Gong], A
Africa Unite: The Singles Collection [1970–80, Island/Chronicles], A–

Damian Marley

Welcome to Jamrock [2005, Universal], A–

Eugene Marlow

Eugene Marlow's Heritage Ensemble: Celebrations [2010, MEII Enterprises], A–

Miguel Matamoros

w/Beny Moré: Conjunto Matamoros With Beny Moré [1945–47, Tumbao], A–

Chérif Mbaw (1968– )

Kham Kham [2000, Detour], A–

Syran M'Benza (1950– )

Immortal Franco: Africa's Unrivalled Guitar Legend [2009, Riverboat], A–

Mbongwana Star

From Kinshasa [2015, World Circuit], A–

Mzwakhe Mbuli

Resistance Is Defence [1992, Earthworks], A

MC Yallah

Yallah Beibe [2023, Hakuna Kulala], A–

Tommy McCook (1932–98)

Reggae in Jazz [1976, Pressure Sounds], A–

Freddie McGregor (1956– )

Bobby Bobylon [1980, Heartbeat], A–

Getatchew Mekurya (1935–2016)

Ethiopiques 14: Negus of Ethiopian Sax [1972, Buda Musique], A–
w/The Ex & Guests: Moa Anbessa [2006, Terp], A–

Kinito Méndez (1963– )

Exitos de Kinito Méndez [(2005), J&N], A–

Hailu Mergia (1946– )

Tche Belew [1977, Awesome Tapes From Africa], A–
Wede Harer Guzo [1978, Awesome Tapes From Africa], A–
Shemonmuanay [1985, Awesome Tapes From Africa], A–

Meridian Brothers

Meridian Vrothers V: El Advenimiento del Castillo Mujer [2005, Discrepant], A–
Devoción (Works 2005–2011) [2005–2011, Staubgold], A–

Ras Michael (1943– )

Dadawah — Peace & Love / Nyahbinghi [1974, Trojan], A–
Rally Round [1985, Shanachie], A

Mighty Diamonds [1976– ]

Right Time [1976, Shanachie], A–

Mighty Sparrow (1935– )

First Flight [1957–59, Smithsonian Folkways], A–
More Sparrow More!! [1969, Ra], A–
Hot and Sweet [1974, Warner Brothers], A–
Sparrow: King of the World [1984, B's], A–
Volume One [(1992), Ice], A+
Volume Two [(1992), Ice], A
Volume Three [(1992), Ice], A–
w/Lord Kitchener: 16 Carnival Hits [(1992), Ice], A–
Volume Four [(1992), Ice], A–

Mighty Terror

Pan Poetry [(1995), Ice], A–

Daniel Owino Misiani (1940–2006)

w/Shirati Jazz: The King of History: Classic 1970s Benga Beats From Kenya [1973–79, Sterns], A
Benga Blast! [1990, Earthworks], A–

Jackie Mittoo (1948–90)

Jackie Mittoo and the Soul Vendors: Evening Time [1968, Coxsone], A–

Mdou Moctar (1986– )

Akounak Tedalat Taha Tazoughai [Original Soundtrack Recording] [2015, Sahel Sounds], A–
w/Elite Beat: Mdou Moctar Meets Elite Beat in a Budget Dancehall [2017, Boomarm Nation], A–
Blue Stage Sessions [2018, Third Man], A–
Afrique Victime [2021, Matador], A–

Mohammed "Jimmy" Mohammed

Takkabel! [2005, Terp], A–

Montparnasse Musique

Archeology [2022, Real World], A–

Moonchild Sanelly (1987– )

Phases [2022, Transgressive], A–

Benny Moré (1919–63)

w/Pérez Prado: Mambos by Benny Moré: El Barbaro del Ritmo [1948–50, Tumbao], A
La Colección Cubana [1953–59, Music Club], A–
El Legendario Ídolo del Pueblo Cubano: Grabaciones Completas 1953–1960 [1953–60, Tumbao, 4 CD], A–

Moreno and L'Orch First Moja-One (1955–93)

Sister Pili + 2 [1977–83, Sterns Africa], A–
Vol. 2: More Pili [1981–83, Sterns Africa], A–

Pablo Moses (1953– )

In the Future [1983, Alligator], A
Tension [1985, Alligator], A–

Pamelo Mounk'a (1945–96)

Propulsion! [1983, Disques Sonics], A–
L'Essentiel [1981–84, Syllart], A–

Tshala Muana (1959– )

Mutuashi [1996, Sterns], A–

Wassim Mukdad

Mukdad Rothenberg Lankow: In the Wake of Memories [2020, Clermont Music], A–

Junior Murvin (1949–2013)

Police and Thieves [1977, Island], A–

Mutabaruka

The Ultimate Collection [(1996), Shanachie], A–

Janka Nabay (1964–2018)

Janka Nabay and the Bubu Gang: En Yay Sah [2012, Luaka Bop], A–

Septeto Nacional de Ignacio Piñeiro [1927– ]

Sexteto Nacional: Cubaneo [1927–28, Tumbao], A–
Ignacio Piñeiro and His Septeto Nacional [1928–30, Tumbao], A

Thiago Nassif

Três [2015, Foom], A–
Mente [2020, Gearbox], A–

Native Soul

Teenage Dreams [2021, Awesome Tapes From Africa], A–

Youssou N'Dour (1959– )

The Rough Guide to Youssou N'Dour and Etoile de Dakar [1979–82, World Music Network], A
Birth of a Star: 11 Giant Dakar Hits [1979–85, Manteca], A–
w/Super Etoile de Dakar: Fatteliku: Live in Athens 1987 [1987, Real World], A–
Joko (The Link) [2000, Nonesuch], A–
Nothing's in Vain [2002, Nonesuch], A
Egypt [2004, Nonesuch], A–
Rokku Mi Rokka [2007, Nonesuch], A
I Bring What I Love [2010, Nonesuch], A–
w/Le Super Etoile: #Senegaal Rekk [2016, self-released, EP], A–
Seeni Valeurs [2017, Jive/Epic], A–
Raxas Bercy 2017 [2017, self-released], A–
History [2019, Naive/Believe], A–
w/Le Super Étoile De Dakar: Mbalax [2021, Universal Music Africa], A–

Shiyani Ngcobo (1953– )

Introducing Shiyani Ngcobo [2004, World Music Network], A–

Yaa-Lengi Ngemi

Oh, Miziki [1986, MiyeMi], A–

Obed Ngobeni

My Wife Bought a Taxi [1987, Shanachie], A–

Dr. Nico (1939–85)

Nico, Kwamy, Rochereau et l'African Fiesta [1960–62, Sonodisc], A–

Koo Nimo (1934– )

Highlife Roots Revival [2012, Riverboat], A–

Niney the Observer

Niney and Friends: Blood and Fire [1971–72, Trojan], A

Nkem Njoku

Nkem Njoku & Ozzobia Brothers: Ozobia Special [198, BBE], A–

West Nkosi (1919– )

Rhythm of Healing [1992, Earthworks], A

Papa Noel

w/Papi Oviedo: Bana Congo [2002, Tumi], A–
Café Noir [2007, Tumi], A–

Nozinja

Nozinja Lodge [2015, Warp], A–

Babatunde Olatunji (1927–2003)

More Drums of Passion [1966, Columbia], A–
Drums of Passion [Legacy Edition] [1959–66, Columbia/Legacy, 2 CD], A–

Koffi Olomide

Best of Koffi Olomide [(2002), Next Music, 2 CD], A–

Ondatrópica [2012– ]

Ondatrópica [2012, Soundway], A–

John Ondolo

Hypnotic Guitar of John Ondolo [1961–68, Mississippi], A–

Oneness of Juju

Juju: Live at 131 Prince Street [1973, Strut], A–

Remmy Ongala (1947– )

Songs for the Poor Man [1989, Real World], A

Orchestra Baobab

La Belle Époque [1971–77, Syllart, 2CD], A–
On Verra Ça [1978, World Circuit], A–
Pirates Choice [1982, World Circuit/Nonesuch, 2 CD], A
N'Wolof [1998, Dakar Sound], A–
Specialist in All Styles [2002, Nonesuch], A
Made in Dakar [2007, Nonesuch], A–
Tribute to Ndiouga Dieng [2017, Nonesuch/World Circuit], A–

Orchestra Makassy [1982– ]

Agwaya [1982, Virgin], A–
Legends of East Africa: The Original Recordings [1982, ARC Music], A–

Orchestra Super Mazembe

Mazembe @ 45RPM Vol. 1 [1975–84, Sterns Africa], A–
Giants of East Africa [1977–86, Earthworks], A–

Orchestre Les Mangelepa

Last Band Standing [2017, Strut], A–

Orchestre Poly-Rythmo de Cotonou [1973– ]

Orchestre Poly-Rythmo de Cotonou-Dahomey: The 1st Album (1973) [1973, Analog Africa], A–

Orchèstre Vévé

Verckys et l'Orchestre Vévé: Congolese Funk, Afrobeat and Psychedelic Rumba 1969–1978 [1969–78, Analog Africa], A–
Vintage Verckys [(2001), RetroAfric], A–

Oriental Brothers International

Dr. Sir Warrior and the Oriental Brothers International: Heavy on the Highlife! [1990, Original Music], A+
Godwin Kabaka Opara's Oriental Brothers International: Do Better If You Can / Onye Ikekwere Mekeya [1995, Original Music], A–
Oriental Brothers International Band: Oku Ngwo Di Ochi [2022, Palenque], A–

Chief Stephen Osita Osadebe (1936–2007)

Sound Time [1970–85, IndigeDisc], A–

Okwy Osadebe

Okwy Osadebe and Highlife Soundmakers International: Igbo Amaka [2023, Palenque], A–

Alhaji Waziri Oshomah (1948– )

World Spirituality Classics 3: The Muslim Highlife of Alhaji Waziri Oshomah [1978–84, Luaka Bop], A–

Abdallah Ag Oumbadougou

Anou Malane [1995, Sahel Sounds], A–

Ozomatli [1998– ]

Street Signs [2004, Concord], A–

Augustus Pablo (1954–99)

The Great Pablo [1971–75, Music Club], A–
King Tubbys Meets Rockers Uptown [1976, Shanachie], A
East of the River Nile [1977, Shanachie], A
Rockers Meets King Tubbys in a Fire House [1980, Shanachie], A
King David's Melody [1975–82, Shanachie], A–

Lee Scratch Perry (1936–2021)

Upsetters 14 Dub Blackboard Jungle [1973, Auralux], A–
The Upsetters: Super Ape [1976, Mango], A–
Roast Fish Collie Weed and Corn Bread [1978, VP], A–
Arkology [1975–78, Island, 3 CD], A–
Songs Produced by Lee "Scratch" Perry: The Ultimate Collection [1970–79, Hip-O], A–
Panic in Babylon [2004, Narnack], A–
Back on the Controls [2011–2013, Upsetter Music, 2CD], A–
w/Subatomic Sound System: Super Ape Returns to Conquer [2017, Subatomic Sound], A–
Rainford [2019, On-U Sound], A–
Heavy Rain [2019, On-U Sound], A–

Sir Shina Peters (1958– )

Sewele [1986, Strut], A–

Phelimuncasi (2013– )

Ama Gogela [2022, Nyege Nyege Tapes], A–

Astor Piazzolla (1921–92)

Tango: Zero Hour [1986, Pangaea], A
The Rough Dancer and the Cyclical Night [1988, Pangaea], A–
The Rough Guide to Astor Piazzolla [1957–88, World Music Network], A
w/Gidon Kremer: Maria de Buenos Aires [1998, Teldec, 2CD], A–

Puerto Plata (1923– )

Mujer de Cabaret [2007, IASO], A–

Los Pleneros de la 21

Para Todos Ustedes [2005, Smithsonian/Folkways], A–

Pongo

Sakidila [2022, Virgin], A–

Guillermo Portabales (1911–70)

El Creador De La Guajira De Salon 1937–1943: Al Vaivén de Mi Carreta [1937–43, Tumbao], A–

Pérez Prado (1916–89)

Kuba-Mambo 1947–1949 [1947–49, Tumbao], A–
The Best of Pérez Prado: The Original Mambo No. 5 [1949–59, RCA/Legacy], A
Mondo Mambo: The Best of Pérez Prado and His Orchestra [1950–61, Rhino], A–

Prince Buster (1938–2016)

Fabulous Greatest Hits [1964–68, Fab], A–

Prince Far I (1944–83)

Heavy Manners: Anthology 1977–83 [1977–83, Trojan/Sanctuary, 2 CD], A–

Professor Rhythm

Professor 3 [1991, Awesome Tapes From Africa, EP], A–
Bafana Bafana [1995, Awesome Tapes From Africa], A–

Protoje (1981– )

Ancient Future [2015, Indiggnation Collective/Overstand], A–

Romica Puceanu (1928–96)

w/The Gore Brothers: Sounds From a Bygone Age, Vol. 2 [1964–73, Asphalt Tango], A–

Radio Zumbido [2002– ]

Los Últimos Días del AM [2003, Palm], A–

A.R. Rahman (1966– )

The Best of A.R. Rahman [1997–2006, Legacy], A–

Rail Band [1970–1983]

Buffet Hotel De La Gare, Bamako [1973, Mississippi], A–
Rail Band 2: Mansa [1970–83, Syllart/Sterns, 2CD], A–

Ernest Ranglin

In Search of the Lost Riddim [1998, Palm Pictures], A–

Ranil Y Su Conjunto Tropical

(Limited Dance Edition) [(2020), Analog Africa], A–

Rebel MC (1965– )

Congo Natty: Jungle Revolution [2013, Big Dada], A–

Sierra Leone's Refugee All Stars

Rise and Shine [2006, Cumbancha], A–

Rizwan-Muazzam Qawwali

A Better Destiny [2002, RealWorld], A–

Roaring Lion (1910– )

Sacred 78's [(1994), Ice], A–

Tabu Ley Rochereau (1940–2013)

The Voice of Lightness: Congo Classics 1961–1977 [1961–77, Stern's Africa, 2 CD], A
The Voice of Lightness Vol. 2: Congo Classics 1977–1993 [1977–93, Stern's Africa, 2 CD], A

Arsenio Rodriguez (1911–71)

Montuneando [1946–50, Tumbao], A
Dundunbanza 1946–1951 [1946–51, Tumbao], A–

Max Romeo (1944– )

Ultimate Collection [1970–77, Hip-O/Island], A–
Open the Iron Gate 1973–77 [1973–77, Blood and Fire], A–

Rosalía (1993– )

Motomami [2022, Columbia], A–

Mark Rubin

Southern Discomfort [2015, Rubinchik], A–

David Rudder (1953– )

w/Charlies Roots: This Is Soca: With David Rudder and Charlies Roots [1987, Sire, 2 LP], A–

Saborit

Que Linda Es Mi Cuba [2006, Tumi Music], A–

Henri Salvador (1917– )

Révérence [2007, Circular Moves], A–

Oumou Sangaré (1968– )

Oumou [1989–2003, World Circuit/Nonesuch, 2 CD], A
Seya [2009, World Circuit/Nonesuch], A
Mogoya [2017, No Format], A–

Moacir Santos (1926–2006)

Ouro Negro [1965–92, Adventure Music, 2 CD], A–

Scientist (1960– )

Scientist Rids the World of the Evil Curse of the Vampires [1981, Greensleeves], A–

Bola Sete (1923–87)

Samba in Seattle: Live at the Penthouse 1966–1968 [1966–68, Tompkins Square, 3CD], A–

Simon Shaheen (1955– )

Blue Flame [2001, Ark 21], A–

Shakira (1977– )

Laundry Service [2001, Epic], A–
Oral Fixation, Vol. 2 [2005, Epic], A–
She Wolf [2009, Epic], A–
Sale el Sol [2010, Sony Latin Music/Epic], A–
Shakira [2014, RCA], A–

Ravi Shankar (1920–2012)

Three Ragas [1956, Angel], A–
India's Master Musician [1963, Angel], A–
Rare and Glorious [1962–88, Times Square, 2 CD], A–

Shaolin Afronauts [2011– ]

Flight of the Ancients [2011, Freestyle], A–

Shikamoo Jazz

East African Legends Live [1995, RetroTan], A–

The Skatalites

Foundation Ska [1964–65, Heartbeat, 2 CD], A–

Slavic Soul Party [2002– ]

Teknochek Collision [2007, Barbès], A–
Plays Duke Ellington's Far East Suite [2014, Ropeadope], A–

Sly and Robbie [1978– ]

Rhythm Killers [1987, Island], A
Silent Assassin [1989, Island], A–
Dubrising [2014, Taxi], A–
Sly & Robbie Meet Nils Petter Molvaer Feat Eivind Aarset and Vladislav Delay: Nordub [2016, Okeh], A–

Elza Soares (1930–2022)

The Woman at the End of the World (A Mulher do Fim do Mundo) [2015, Mais Um Discos], A–
Deus É Mulher [2018, Deckdisc], A–
Elza Ao Vivo No Municipal [2022, Deck], A–

So Called

Ghettoblaster [2007, JDub], A–

Somadina

Heart of the Heavenly Undeniable [2022, self-released], A–

Songhoy Blues [2015– ]

Music in Exile [2015, Atlantic], A–

La Sonora Matancera

Se Formó la Rumbantela [1948–50, Tumao], A–

Joan Soriano (1972– )

La Familia Soriano [2011, IASO], A–

Soul Brothers [1988– ]

The Rough Guide to the Soul Brothers [(2001), World Music Network], A–

Omar Souleyman (1966– )

Highway to Hassake: Folk and Pop Sounds of Syria [1994–2006, Sublime Frequencies], A–
Haflat Gharbia: The Western Concerts [2009–2011, Sublime Frequencies], A–
Wenu Wenu [2013, Ribbon Music], A–
Bahdeni Nami [2015, Monkeytown], A–
To Syria, With Love [2017, Mad Decent], A–
Shlon [2019, Mad Decent/Because], A–

Sowal Diabi

De Kaboul à Bamako [2022, Accords Croisés], A–

Tim Sparks (1954– )

Little Princess: Tim Sparks Plays Naftule Brandwein [2009, Tzadik], A–

Joseph Spence (1910–84)

The Complete Folkways Recordings 1958 [1958, Smithsonian/Folkways], A–
Encore: Unheard Recordings of Bahamian Guitar and Singing [1965, Smithsonian/Folkways], A–

Staff Benda Bilili [2009– ]

Très Très Fort [2009, Crammed Discs], A–
Bouger Le Monde [2011, Crammed Discs], A–

Steel Pulse [1975– ]

Rastanthology [1978–96, Wise Man Doctrine], A–

Steely and Clevie

Play Studio One Vintage [1992, Heartbeat], A–

Ion Petre Stoican

Sounds From a Bygone Age Vol. 1 [1966–77, Asphalt Tango], A–

Systema Solar

Systema Solar [2009, Chusma], A–

The Tabansi Studio Band

Vol. 3: Wakar Alhazai Kano / Mus'en Sofoa [1970, BBE], A–

Rachid Taha (1958–2018)

Diwan [1998, Polydor], A–
Made in Medina [2000, Ark 21], A
Live [2002, Mondo Melodia], A–
Tékitoi [1998–2004, Wrasse], A–
Diwan 2 [2006, Wrasse], A–
Zoom [2013, Wrasse], A–
Je Suis Africain [(2019), Naive], A–

Tal National

Kaani [2013, Fat Cat], A–

Talking Drums

Some Day Catch Some Day Down [1987, Shanachie], A–

Sweet Talks

w/A.B. Crentsil: Hollywood Highlife Party + Moses [1992, PAM], A–

Tamikrest [2010– ]

Toumastin [2011, Glitterbeat], A–
Chatma [2013, Glitterbeat], A–

Tarika [1995– ]

10: Beasts, Ghosts and Dancing With History [1994–2002, Triloka/Artemis], A–

Dave Tarras (1897–1989)

Tanz! With Dave Tarras and the Musiker Brothers [1955, Epic/Legacy], A–

Felo Le Tee

w/Mellow, Sleazy: The III Wise Men [2023, New Money Gang], A–

Terakaft [2007– ]

Aratan N Azawad [2011, World Village], A–

Pat Thomas (1951– )

Coming Home: Original Ghanaian Highlife and Afrobeat Classics 1967–1981 [1967–81, Strut, 2CD], A–

Dlala Thukzin

Permanent Music [2020, Dlala], A–

Tidiane et Les Dieuf Dieul

Salimita [1999, Justin Time], A–

Tinariwen [2000– ]

Aman Iman: Water Is Life [2006, World Village], A–
Imidiwan: Companions [2009, World Village], A–
Tassili [2011, Anti-], A–
Live in Paris [2014, Anti-], A–
Elwan [2017, Anti-], A–

Toots and the Maytals [1962–2020]

Funky Kingston [1973, Mango], A
Funky Kingston / In the Dark [1973–76, Island], A–
Just Like That [1980, Mango], A–
Reggae Greats [(1985), Mango], A–
Time Tough: The Anthology [1963–88, Island, 2 CD], A–
54–46 Was My Number: Anthology 1964–2000 [1964–2000, Sanctuary/Trojan], A–

Peter Tosh (1944–87)

Equal Rights [1977, Columbia], A–
Scrolls of the Prophet: The Best of Peter Tosh [1964–81, Columbia/Legacy], A–

Don Tosti

Pachuco Boogie [(2002), Arhoolie], A–

Toumast

Ishumar [2007, Real World], A–

Djelimady Tounkara

Sigui [2002, Indigo], A–

Ali Farka Touré (1939–2006)

The River [1990, Mango], A–
Niafunké [1999, Hannibal], A–
w/Toumani Diabaté: In the Heart of the Moon [2004, Nonesuch], A–

T.P. OK Jazz

Somo! [1992, Sonodisc], A–

Trak Trak

Sur Sur [2020, Ciclismo], A–

Lobi Traoré (1961–2010)

Bamako Nights: Live at Bar Bozo, 1995 [1995, Glitterbeat], A–
Bwati Kono "In the Club" [2007–2008, Kanaga System Krush], A

Rokia Traoré (1974– )

Bowmboï [2004, Nonesuch], A–

Tribu Baharu

Pa'l Más Exigente Bailador [2015, self-released], A–

UB40 [1980– ]

Present Arms [1981, Virgin], A–
1980–83 [1980–83, A&M], A
Labour of Love [1983, A&M], A
Little Baggariddim [1985, A&M], A–
The Best of UB40, Vol. 1 [(1987), Virgin], A–

U-Roy (1942–2021)

Your Ace From Space [1969–70, Trojan], A–
Version of Wisdom [1971–74], A–
The Lost Album: Right Time Rockers [1976], A–

Sir Victor Uwaifo (1941– )

Guitar-Boy Superstar 1970–76 [1970–76, Soundway], A–

Los Van Van [1969– ]

Songo [1989, Mango], A–
La Colección Cubana [(1999), Music Club], A–
The Best of Los Van Van [(2000), Hemisphere], A–

Caetano Veloso (1942– )

Caetano Veloso (Irene) [1969, Philips], A–
A Foreign Sound [2004, Nonesuch], A–

Vijana Jazz Band

The Koka Koka Sex Battalion: Rumba, Koka Koka and Kamata Sukuma [1975–80, Sterns], A–

Bunny Wailer (1947–2021)

Blackheart Man [1976, Island], A–
Struggle [1979, Solomonic], A–
Crucial! Roots Classics [1979–82, Shanachie], A+
Roots Radics Rockers Reggae [1983, Shanachie], A–
Retrospective: Classic Tracks From a Legendary Artist [1985–92, Shanachie], A–
Communication [2000, Solomonic], A–

Wailing Souls

Wild Suspense [1979, Mango], A–

Papa Wemba (1949–2016)

L'Esclave [1986, Gitta], A
Viva La Musica and Papa Wemba: Pôle Position [1995, Sonodisc], A–
1977–1997 [1977–97, Stern's Africa, 2 CD], A

Willi Williams

Unification: From Channel One to King Tubby's [1979, Shanachie], A–

Delroy Wilson (1948–95)

The Best of Delroy Wilson: Original Eighteen Deluxe Edition [1964–70, Heartbeat], A–

Witchcraft Books

Vol. 1: The Sundisk [2022, Iapetus], A–

Yellowman

King Yellowman [1984, Columbia], A–

Tom Zé (1936– )

Com Defeito de Fabricaçao (Fabrication Defect) [1998, Luaka Bop], A–
Jogos de Armar [2001, Trama], A–
Danç-Êh-Sá [2006, Tratore], A–
Estudando a Bossa: Nordeste Plaza [2008, Luaka Bop], A–
Tropicália Lixo Lógico [2012, self-released], A–
Vira Lata Na Via Láceta [2014, self-released], A–
Canções Eróticas De Ninar [2016, self-released], A–
Língua Brasileira [2022, Sesc], A–

Tapper Zukie (1955– )

Tappa Zukie: In Dub [1976, Blood & Fire], A–

Mati Zundel

Amazonico Gravitante [2012, Waxploitation/ZZK], A–

Various Artists

Adventures in Afropea 3: Telling Stories to the Sea [1995, Luaka Bop], A–
Africa Dances [(1972), Original], A
Africa Remix: Ah Freak Iya [1998–2004, Milan], A–
African Ambience: The Ultimate African Dance Party [(1998), Shanachie], A–
African Connection, Vol. 1: Zaire Choc! [(1988), Celluloid], A+
African Connection, Vol. 2: West Africa [(1988), Celluloid], A–
African Music [1971–82, Vertigo], A
African Pearls 1: Congo: Rumba on the River [1954–69, Syllart, 2 CD], A
African Pearls: Congo: Pont Sur Le Congo [1967–76, Syllart, 2 CD], A
African Pearls: Sénégal 70: Musical Effervescence [1971–82, Syllart/Discograph, 2 CD], A–
African Salsa [(1999), Stern's/Earthworks], A–
African Scream Contest: Raw and Psychedelic Afro Sounds From Benin and Togo 70s [1970, Analog Africa], A–
African Typic Collection [1989, Earthworks], A–
African Underground Vol. 1: Hip-Hop Senegal [2001–2003, Nomadic Wax], A–
Afro Latin: Via Dakar [1960, Syllart, 2CD], A–
Afro Latin: Via Kinshasa [(2011), Syllart, 2CD], A–
Authenticité: The Syliphone Years [1965–80, Sterns, 2 CD], A
Balani Show Super Hits: Electronic Street Parties From Mali [(2014), Sahelsounds], A–
Bokoor Beats: Vintage Afro-Beat, Afro-Rock and Electric Highlife From Ghana [1971–79, Otrabanda], A–
Borga Revolution! Volume 2: Ghanaian Dance Music in the Digital Age, 1983–1996 [1983–96, Kalita], A–
Can't You Hear Me? 70's African Nuggets and Garage Rock From Nigeria, Zambia, and Zimbabwe [1970, Now-Again], A–
Cape Verde [(1999), Putumayo], A–
Crossroads Kenya: East African Benga and Rumba, 1980–1985 [1980–85, No Wahala Sounds], A–
Electric Highlife: Sessions From the Bokoor Studios [1978–89, Naxos World], A
Essiebons Special 1973–1984: Ghana Music Power House [1973–84, Analog Africa], A–
Ghana Soundz: Afro-Beat, Funk and Fusion in the 70's [1966–77, Soundway], A–
Golden Afrique Vol. 1 [1971–83, Network, 2 CD], A
Golden Afrique Vol. 2 [1956–82, Network, 2 CD], A
Golden Afrique Vol. 3 [1939–88, Network, 2 CD], A–
The Guitar and Gun: Highlife Music From Ghana [1981–84, Stern's/Earthworks], A
Guitar Paradise of East Africa [(1991), Earthworks], A
The Heartbeat of Soweto [1988, Shanachie], A
Heartbeat Soukous [1988, Earthworks], A–
The History of Township Music [1944–81, Wrasse], A–
I'm Not Here to Hunt Rabbits [(2018), Piranha], A–
In Griot Time: String Music from Mali [2000, Stern's Africa], A–
The Indestructible Beat of Soweto [(1986), Shanachie], A
The Indestructible Beat of Soweto Vol. 2: Thunder before Dawn [1987, Earthworks], A–
The Indestructible Beat of Soweto Vol. 4: Jive Soweto [1992, Earthworks], A–
The Indestrucbible Beat of Soweto Vol. 6: South African Rhythm Riot [1999, Sterns/Earthworks], A–
Jit — The Movie [1991, Earthworks], A–
The Kampala Sound: 1960s Ugandan Dance Music [(1989), Original Music], A–
Kenya Special: Selected East African Recordings From the 1970s & '80s [1970, Soundway, 2CD], A–
The Kings and Queens of Township Jive: Modern Roots of the Indestructible Beat of Soweto [1991, Earthworks], A+
Kings of African Music [(1997), Music Club], A–
The Kings of Highlife: The Vibrant Music of West Africa [(2003), Wrasse], A
The Sound of Kinshasa: Guitar Classics From Zaire [1950, Original Music], A–
Kwaito: South African Hip Hop [(2000), Stern's/Earthworks], A–
Lightning Over the River: The Congolese Soukous Guitar Sound [(1999), Music Club], A–
Lost in Mali: Off the Beaten Track From Bamako to Timbuktu [(2015), Riverboat], A–
Mandela: Son of Africa, Father of a Nation [Original Soundtrack: The Essential Music of South Africa] [1954–96, Mango], A–
Mbuki Mvuki [1957–84, Original Music], A–
The Music in My Head [(1998), Sterns], A
The Music in My Head 2 [1975–92, Stern's Africa], A–
Muziki Wa Dansi [1982–91, Africasette], A–
Next Stop Soweto, Vol. 4: Zulu Rock, Afro-Disco and Mbaqanga 1975–1985 [1975–85, Strut], A–
Nigeria Special: Modern Highlife, Afro-Sounds & Nigerian Blues 1970–6 [1970–76, Soundway, 2 CD], A–
Nigeria 70: The Definitive Story of 1970's Funky Lagos [1964–80, Afrostrut, 3CD], A–
Nigeria 70: Lagos Jump: Original Heavyweight Afrobeat Highlife & Afro-Funk [1968–81, Strut], A–
Nigeria 70: No Wahala: Highlife, Afro-Funk and Juju 1973–1987 [1973–87, Strut], A–
Nigeria 70: Sweet Times: Afro-Funk, Highlife and Juju From 1970s Lagos [1970–84, Strut], A–
Piconema: East African Hits on the Colombian Coast [1978–84, Rocafort], A–
Putumayo Presents: African Rumba [1962–2015, Putumayo World Music], A–
Red Hot + Riot: The Music and Spirit of Fela Kuti [2002, MCA], A–
Roots of OK Jazz: Congo Classics 1955–1956 [1955–56, Crammed Discs], A
Roots of Rumba Rock: Congo Classics 1953–1955 [1953–55, Crammed Discs, 2 CD], A–
The Rough Guide to Congo Gold [1949–93, World Music Network], A
The Rough Guide to Highlife [(2003), World Music Network], A–
The Rough Guide to Highlife [2nd Edition] [1969–84, World Music Network, 2CD], A
The Rough Guide to the Music of Ethiopia [(2004), World Music Network], A–
The Rough Guide to the Music of Nigeria and Ghana [(2002), World Music Network], A
The Rough Guide to the Music of South Africa [(1999), World Music Network], A–
The Rough Guide to the Music of the Sahara [1998–2004, World Music Network], A–
The Rough Guide to West African Gold [1950, World Music Network], A–
The Rough Guide to South African Jazz [1958–98, World Music Network], A–
The Rough Guide to South African Jazz [Second Edition] [(2016), World Music Network], A–
Senegambia Rebel [2016, Voodoo Rebel], A–
Shangaan Electro: New Wave Dance Music From South Africa [2010, Honest Jons], A–
Sound d'Afrique [1979–81, Mango], A–
Soweto Never Sleeps [1986, Shanachie], A
Streets of Dakar: Generation Boul Falé [(1999), Sterns], A–
The Tanzania Sound [1960, Original Music], A–
A Taste of the Indestructible Beat of Soweto [(1994), Earthworks], A
Township Jazz 'n' Jive [1939–65, Music Club], A
Urban Africa Club: Hip Hop Dancehall and Kwaito [(2007), Out Here], A–
Urgent Jumping! East African Musiki Wa Dansi Classics [1972–82, Sterns Africa, 2CD], A–
World Psychedelic Classics 3: Love's a Real Thing: The Funky Fuzzy Sounds of West Africa [1972–78, Luaka Bop], A–
Yes We Can: Songs About Leaving Africa [2010, Out Here], A–
Zimbabwe Frontline Vol. 2: Spirit of the Eagle [1990, Earthworks], A–
Zimbabwe Frontline Vol. 3: Roots Rock Guitar Party [1999, Earthworks], A–
Zulu Jive / Umbaqanga [1983, Hannibal], A–
The Balinese Gamelan: Music From the Morning of the World [1966, Elektra/Nonesuch], A–
Don't Think I've Forgotten: Cambodia's Lost Rock and Roll [(2015), Dust-to-Digital], A–
Indonesia: Bali: Music Froom the Morning of the World [1966, Nonesuch], A–
Kankyo Ongaku: Japanese Ambient, Environmental and New Age Music 1980–1990 [1980–90, Light in the Attic], A–
Phases of the Moon: Traditional Chinese Music [1981, Columbia], A–
The Rough Guide to Bhangra [1993–99, World Music Network], A–
The Rough Guide to Bhangra Dance [1998–2005, World Music Network], A–
The Rough Guide to the Music of Hawaii [(2001), World Music Network], A–
Princes Amongst Men: Journeys With Gypsy Musicians [1964–2007, Asphalt Tango], A–
Russendisko: Hits [(2003), Trikont], A–
Andina: The Sound of the Peruvian Andes 1968–1978 [1968–78, Tiger's Milk/Strut], A–
Cartagena! Curro Fuentes and the Big Band Cumbia and Descarga Sound of Colombia 1962–72 [1962–72, Soundway], A
Colombia [1981–2000, Putumayo World Music], A–
Cuba: Music and Revolution: Culture Clash in Havana Cuba: Experiments in Latin Music 1973–85 Vol. 2 [1973–85, Soul Jazz, 2CD], A–
Cumbia Cumbia: A Selection of Colombian Cumbia Recordings [1989, World Circuit], A–
Estrellas de Arieto: Los Heroes [1979, World Circuit, 2 CD], A–
Merengue Típico, Nueva Generación! [1960, Bongo Joe], A–
The Original Sound of Cumbia [1948–79, Soundway, 2CD], A
Palenque Palenque! Champeta Criolla and Afro Roots in Colombia 1975–91 [1975–91, Soundway], A–
Panama! 2: Latin Sounds, Cumbia Tropical and Calypso Funk on the Isthmus 1967–77 [1967–77, Soundway], A–
Putumayo Presents: Puerto Rico [1959–99, Putumayo], A–
The Roots of Chicha: Psychedelic Cumbias From Peru [1968–78, Barbès], A–
The Rough Guide to Boogaloo [1964–74, World Music Network], A–
The Rough Guide to Colombian Street Party [2005–2008, World Music Network], A–
The Rough Guide to Merengue [1992–2005, World Music Network], A–
The Rough Guide to Merengue and Bachata [1994–2001, World Music Network], A–
The Rough Guide to Merengue Dance [(2009), World Music Network], A–
Salsa Clasica: A Taste of Classic Latin Flavors [1962–95, Music Club], A–
Arabesque Tlata 3 [1988–2002, React], A–
Choubi Choubi! Folk and Pop Sounds From Iraq [2005, Sublime Frequencies], A–
Dabke: Sounds of the Syrian Houran [1997–2010, Sham Palace], A–
Khat Thaleth: Third Line: Initiative for the Elevation of Public Awareness [2013, Stronghold Sound], A–
Oujda-Casablanca Introspections, Vol. 1 [1994, Barbarity], A–
Rai Rebels [(1988), Earthworks], A–
The Road to Jajouka: A Benefit Album [2013, Howe], A–
The Rough Guide to Raï [(2002), World Music Network], A–
Tea in Marrakech [2001, Earthworks], A–
Two Niles to Sing a Melody: The Violins and Synths of Sudan [1970, Ostinato], A–
Jewface [1905–22, Reboot Stereophonic], A–
The Best of Studio One [1967–80, Heartbeat], A–
Blow Mr. Hornsman: Instrumental Reggae, 1968–1975 [1968–75, Trojan], A–
The Bunny Lee Rocksteady Years [1967–68, Moll-Selekta], A–
Club Ska '67 [1967, Mango], A–
Dancehall Stylee: The Best of Reggae Dancehall Music Vol. 1 [1989, Profile], A–
Dancehall Stylee: The Best of Reggae Dancehall Music Vol. 4 [1993, Profile], A–
Downbeat the Ruler: Killer Instrumentals From Studio One [1966–74, Heartbeat], A–
Fire Down Below: Scorchers from Studio One [(1990), Heartbeat], A–
High Explosion: DJ Sounds From 1970 to 1976 [1970–76, Sanctuary/Trojan, 2 CD], A
If Deejay Was Your Trade: The Dreads at King Tubby's 1974–1977 [1974–77, Blood & Fire], A–
Intensified! Original Ska 1962–1966 [1962–66, Mango], A–
The King Kong Compilation: The Historic Reggae Recordings [1981, Mango], A–
Knotty Vision [1983, Nighthawk], A–
Let's Do Rocksteady: The Story of Rocksteady 1966–68 [1966–68, Sanctuary/Trojan, 2 CD], A–
The Power of the Trinity: Great Moments in Reggae Harmony [(1997), Shanachie], A–
Punky Reggae Party: New Wave Jamaica 1975–1980 [1975–80, Trojan], A
Ragga Essentials: In a Dancehall Style [1986–97, Hip-O], A–
Rastafari: The Dreads Enter Babylon 1955–83 [1955–83, Soul Jazz], A–
Reggae Dance Hall Classics [1987, Sleeping Bag], A–
Rough and Tough: The Story of Ska 1960–1966 [1960–66, Sanctuary/Trojan, 2 CD], A
The Rough Guide to the Music of Jamaica [1957–93, World Music Network], A–
Select Cuts from Blood and Fire [(2000), Select Cuts], A–
Select Cuts from Blood and Fire: Chapter 2 [(2001), Select Cuts], A–
Ska All Mighty: Top Ska Classics From the Treasure Isle Label [(2002), Heartbeat], A–
Ska Bonanza: The Studio One Ska Years [1961–65, Heartbeat, 2 CD], A
Ska Bonanza: The Studio One "Ska" Years [1961–65, Heartbeat, 2 CD], A
Studio One Classics [1964–81, Soul Jazz], A–
This Is Ska! [1962–70, Music Club], A
Tougher Than Tough: The Story of Jamaican Music [1959–93, Island, 4 CD], A+
Trojan Box Set: Jamaican Hits [1960–73, Sanctuary/Trojan, 3 CD], A–
Trojan Box Set: Nyahbinghi [1968–75, Sanctuary/Trojan, 3 CD], A–
Trojan Box Set: Upsetter [(2002), Sanctuary/Trojan, 3 CD], A–
Ultimate Reggae: 20 Classic Reggae Riddims! [1972–2001, UTV], A–
Watch How the People Dancing: Unity Sounds From the London Dancehall, 1986–1989 [1986–89, Honest Jon's], A–
Calypso: Musical Poetry in the Caribbean 1955–1969 [1955–69, Soul Jazz], A–
Calypso Carnival [1936–41, Rounder], A–
From Bakabush: The First Ten Years of Stonetree [1995–2005, Stonetree], A–
London Is the Place for Me: Trinidadian Calypso in London [1950–56, Honest Jons], A–
Brazil Classics 1: Beleza Tropical [(1989), Sire], A–
Brazil Classics 2: O Samba [(1989), Luaka Bop], A
Brazil Classics 3: Forró, Etc. [(1990), Luaka Bop], A–
Daora: Underground Sounds of Urban Brasil [(2020), Mais Um Discos, 2CD], A–
Pure Brazil: Feijoada [1963–2000, Universal Latino], A–
Rio Baile Funk: Favela Booty Beats [(2004), Essay], A–
The Rough Guide to Brazilian Hip-Hop [1996–2003, World Music Network], A–
Tropicália: A Brazilian Revolution in Sound [1968–73, Soul Jazz], A–
Tropicalia: Ou Panis et Circenses [1968, Polygram Brazil], A
Cadence Revolution: Disques Debs International Vol. 2 [1970, Disques Debs/Strut], A–
Haiti Direct: Big Band, Mini Jazz and Twoubadou Sounds, 1960–1978 [1960–78, Strut, 2CD], A–
Hurricane Zouk [1988, Earthworks/Virgin], A+
Konbit! Burning Rhythms of Haiti [1989, A&M], A–
Hot Women: Women Singers From the Torrid Regions [1927–50, Kein & Aber], A–
Globalista: Import-Export [(2002), Trikont], A–
Kwanzaa Music: A Celebration of Black Cultures in Song [1994, Rounder], A–
Kwanzaa Party [1996, Rounder], A–