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A1: Ke Kopa Madulo 7.58’ 

A2: Disco Funk 7.17’

B1: Sputla 7.04’  

B2: Ungishiyeleni 5.54’

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In recent years, Teaspoon Ndelu’s work has found a new audience through reissues from labels such as Mr Bongo and Sofrito Super Singles. Mr Bongo’s 2021 reissue of Teaspoon & The Waves brought his 1977 jazz-funk classic back into circulation, while Sofrito’s Soweto Disco featured two tracks from the album, Oh Yeh Soweto and a re-edit of Friday Night, introducing Ndelu’s music to a new generation of listeners and selectors.

Originally released in 1981, Ke Kopa Madulo is a beautiful slice of South African funk from the late Teaspoon Ndelu, sitting somewhere between township soul, funk and gospel. At its heart 

is Ndelu’s unmistakable voice and this 

hypnotic electric piano, carried by a deeply infectious groove.

Long sought-after by collectors, the original has become increasingly difficult to find. We’re very happy to bring Ke Kopa Madulo back to vinyl for the first time in nearly five decades with this officially licensed reissue, giving this remarkable piece of South African musical history a new life.

For the dancers, the selectors and the listeners — Ke Kopa Madulo is back.

Mastered by Simbad. 

Executive producer:

 Fred “Spider” Jacquier

Graphic Design by Graeme Arendse

Notes: Marc Linge

Courtesy licensed from Gallo Records

A1: Khanya (Prayer) feat. Mandisi Dyantyis,

 A2: Apho uKhoyo 

A3: Khosi - A4: Sobonana

B1: uKholo - B2 Limani

B3: Chitheka - B4: Khanyo

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VINYL ONLY AVAILABLE AT VOOM VOOM RECORDS ON ORDER - R680 + shipping

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Supported by Gilles Peterson, Andrew Jervis (Bandcamp), Qwest TV,  Nicola Conte, Chico Freeman, Daz-I-Kue, Quinton Scott (Strut), Kevin Beadle, Christian Charles (Radio France), Jazz News...

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Sisonke Xonti is a celebrated South African jazz saxophonist, composer, and bandleader. Originally from Cape Town, he relocated to Johannesburg where he deeply immersed himself in the local jazz scene, collaborating with esteemed artists like Nduduzo Makhathini, Abdullah Ibrahim, Hugh Masekela.

6 years later, Sisonke is back with a powerfull album ‘”uKholo” supported by the solid Shane Cooper on double bass, Yonela Mnana on piano and vocals, Ayanda Sikade on drums, Keenan Ahrends on guitar, and Gontse Makhene on percussion. The album opens with" Khanya (Prayer)", featuring Mandisi Dyantyis 

—a piece that immediately signals a more mature direction to Sisonke's debut on As-Shams. Between jazz and spiritual jazz, this album will soon become a benchmark in South African jazz history. 

Gilles Peterson: Amazing album! (Brownswood/BBC 1/Worldwide Radio)

Nicola Conte: His passionate dark tenor sax, leads the way fronting a brilliant ensemble gathered for the occasion of his new album on Voom Voom Records. Deep, spiritual, explorative music. (Italy, Blue Note, Schema, Far Out)

Chico Freeman: A deeply moving recording that carries the spirit of Coltrane, Abdullah Ibrahim, and McCoy Tyner while speaking with its own authentic voice. Performed with exceptional artistry, heartfelt sincerity, and a profound sense of purpose and soul.

Andrew Jervis: Timeless and vibrant. I love the interaction between instruments and voices. Easily one of the best bits of new jazz I've heard all year.

Qwest.TV: Sisonke is back 6 years later and goes from South African jazz to Spiritual jazz on his new album "uKholo" 

Christian Charles (Radio France): Very cool album from Sisonke! Of course we will play it and I will submit it to be "Album of the week" soon.

Franck Descollonges (Heavenly Sweetness/Fr): Wahoo, it's beautiful. Apho Ukoyo is killing! Superb spiritual jazz. Deep.

Quinton Scott (Strut Records): Gorgeous album - thanks for sending.

Kevin Beadle (Totally Wired Radio): Hi Fred. Thanks for sending this to me, it's a really nice album. Playing 'Sobonana' on tomorrow's show.Thanks, 

Andy Williams (Canada): AWesome! Congrats Fred

Daz-I-Kue (Bugz in the Attic/London): Thanks for sending. Excellent project!

JOSHUA SITHOLE'S AFRICA - VOOM006

This album from Voom Voom Records showcases masterful arrangements, inventive rhythms, and rich harmonies, featuring a perfect balance of flute and saxophone interplay. Genres of Funk, Jazz, Gospel, Afro, and traditional elements merge seamlessly into something truly unique and timeless.

The LP offers a varied experience with numerous influences, providing twists and turns throughout. It’s fun and sports a bold mix, with wide panning and rhythm guitar that exists in its own distinct world.

Mr Scruff (Ninja Tune/UK) >

For me, the standout track is Sigodukeni; I love the drum and percussion break—it evokes the spirit of the Equals at times. Thanks!

Chris Albertyn (Matsuli Records) >

This South African spiritual funk gem features slick guitar and banks of horns.

Franck Descollonges 

(Heavenly Sweetness/Fr) > 

Dynamic South African funk is what you can expect from this album; it’s guaranteed to make you want to dance from start to finish.