Meiway - Golgotha (800% Zoblazo)

(Lusafrica/ 46218-2)

'Golgoth'a is not just 100% Zoblazo - it is 800% Zoblazo. Zoblazo is the name of the cosmopolitan dance music style from Abidjan, Ivory Coast, that started in the early 90s, of which Meiway is one of the main champions. Zoblazo is characterised by a simple up-tempo rhythm and high tech instrumentation; it is a mix of different folklore from the southern Ivory Coast and has a dance rhythm with a percussion base.

Meiway is not only the most well-known Zoblazo artist, he is also a Pan-African superstar. His current album features guest appearances by Koffi Olomidé and Louka Kanza from DR Congo and Kojo Antwi from Ghana. Highlights include the tracks 'Kkmou Prudencia', 'Voila String', 'Koundoum Beat' and of course 'DJ Tassouman' - I dare you to try and sit still to 'DJ Tassouman'! 

Reviewer : JJC

DJ Tassouman (clip)