This “All Time Greatest African Hits” edition includes thirteen iconic songs from the continent. The playlist, curated by MTIA host and ethnomusicologist Heather Maxwell, is based on subjective research of African music history. Songs like “Zangalewa” - the original “Waka Waka”, “Wombo Lombo” -Angelique Kidjo’s world music chart topper, “1ere Gaou” - the zouglou megahit by Magic System of Côte d’Ivoire, and “Jerusalema” - the South African global dance sensation by Master KG are just a few of the amazing songs that define the continent’s most moving soundtrack from 1980 - 2019.
Episodes
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December 22, 2024
2024 Holiday Tunes and Richard the Rapper (Nigeria)
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December 15, 2024
Best African Music of 2024
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December 01, 2024
Celebrating 500 Episodes of Heather Maxwell's Music Time in Africa
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November 24, 2024
Great Jamz of 2010-2020 PLUS Hornsphere (Kenya)
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November 17, 2024
Dogo du Togo (Togo) Drops New Album Avoudé