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Airs at: Thu, 04/04/2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
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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 11/26/15

Airs at: Thu, 11/26/2015 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
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Africa-O-Ye! on 11/19/15

Airs at: Thu, 11/19/2015 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
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Hugh Masekela & South African Jazz

Airs at: Thu, 11/12/2015 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
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The iconic South African trumpeter, composer and singer is still going strong at 76.  In anticipation of  his upcoming Portland performance with pianist Larry Wilis (Thursday, November 19th at Revolution Hall) this week's installment of Africa O-Yé! is devoted to Masekela a... Read more

African Music in the Pacific Northwest

Airs at: Thu, 11/05/2015 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
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Artists to include Obo Addy, Okaidja Afroso, Nii Ardey Allotey, Dusu Mali Band, Jujuba, Maya Soleil, Njuzu Mbira, Andrew Oliver's Kora Band, Tezeta Band (who will be opening for Hugh Masekela in PDX on Nov. 19), Loveness Wesa, and White Rhino Marimba Band. Read more

Africa-O-Ye! on 10/29/15

Airs at: Thu, 10/29/2015 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
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Music from South Africa

Airs at: Thu, 10/22/2015 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
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A broad mix of South African music over the decades featuring The Flying Jazz Queens, Mahlathini, Miriam Makeba, Manhattan Brothers, Letta Mbulu, Soul Brothers, The Zulus, and much more /// host: Andy Hosch Read more

Africa-O-Ye! on 10/15/15

Airs at: Thu, 10/15/2015 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
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Music from Ghana

Airs at: Thu, 10/08/2015 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
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Join host Andy Hosch for a program of music from Ghana, including songs from the newly released compilation from the late Ghanaian-Oregonian master drummer, singer and bandleader Obo Addy.  http://oboaddylegacyproject.org Read more

Vieux Farka Touré preview

Airs at: Thu, 10/01/2015 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
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We'll open and close today's show with music from Malian guitarist Vieux Farka Touré, who performs at Portland's Doug Fir Lounge next Wednesday, Oct. 7.  Also, some vintage Congolese Rumba including Franco, Grand Kallé, and Sam Mangwana.  ///  host: Andy Hosch        http:... Read more

Mali favorites & preview of Mango Madness fundraiser for Ko-Falen Cultural Center

Airs at: Thu, 09/24/2015 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
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This week on Africa O-Yé we travel to Mali for music of Zani Diabaté, Salif Keita, Bassekou Kouyaté, Oumou Sangaré, Neba Solo, Ali Farka Touré, Vieux Farka Touré (who performs in Portland October 7th) and more.  Also, the Portland-based Malian artist Baba Wagué Diakité will... Read more