Africa-O-Ye!

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Every Thursday from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM.

 

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Welcome to "Africa-o-ye," Portland's ultimate destination for African music, where the airwaves come alive every Thursday from 2pm to 4pm on KBOO radio. Immerse yourself in two solid hours of soul-stirring African rhythms as we bring you the very best of the continent's diverse musical heritage. From the hypnotic beats of Afrobeat to the joyous melodies of Highlife, from the infectious grooves of Soukous to the captivating sounds of Juju, "Africa-o-ye" is your primary source for the vibrant and eclectic tapestry of African music. Tune in, let the rhythms transport you, and experience the magic of Africa right at your fingertips.

1st Thursday -  Konah Hall
2nd Thursday - TBA
3rd Thursday - Mike Johnson
4th Thursday -  Henri Mandekor
5th Thursday - TBA

 

Check out the show Andy did with Ghanaian master drummer Obo Addy

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Africa-O-Ye! on 09/15/16

Airs at: Thu, 09/15/2016 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
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Africa O-Yé! for Thursday, September 8, 2016

Airs at: Thu, 09/08/2016 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
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Music from Algeria, Benin, Burkina Faso, Cameroon, Congo, Ethiopia, Ghana, Kenya, Madagascar, Mali, Nigeria, Uganda, Western Sahara & Zimbabwe Read more

Live in Studio:Uchenna Ikonne

Airs at: Thu, 09/01/2016 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
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Golden Wilson hosts Uchenna Ikonne!  Uchenna Ikonne is a Nigerian writer and DJ currently based in Boston. As one of the foremost authorities on Nigerian music and popular culture, he has curated and produced critically acclaimed music compilations such as Brand New Wayo: ... Read more

Africa-O-Ye! on 08/25/16

Airs at: Thu, 08/25/2016 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
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Africa-O-Ye! on 08/18/16

Airs at: Thu, 08/18/2016 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
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Africa-O-Ye! on 08/11/16

Airs at: Thu, 08/11/2016 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
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2:02pm Kokolo “Root To The Fruit” from More Consideration (Word Network)   2:09pm Mr Something Something & Ikwunga the Afrobeat Poet “Di Bombs” from Rough Guide: Afrobeat Revival (World Music Network)   2:15pm Lekan Babalola “Kabioye” from Songs of Icon (Mr. B... Read more

Modern Music of the Republic of Niger

Airs at: Thu, 08/04/2016 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
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2 hours of beautiful music from the Sahara through the Sahel, from introspective guitar meditations and hushed love songs to unbridled exuberant shredding; radio collages, mash ups, synths, rap, psych rock and another mediums of transforming the diverse traditions of a land... Read more

Africa-O-Ye! on 07/28/16

Airs at: Thu, 07/28/2016 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
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Africa-O-Ye! on 07/21/16

Airs at: Thu, 07/21/2016 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
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Africa-O-Ye! on 07/14/16

Airs at: Thu, 07/14/2016 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
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