Off The Beaten Track Archives: 07/2025

Haruomi Hosono - Japanese Musician

The greatest American songs ever, according to Haruomi Hosono

A true musical omnivore.

Jul 31, 2025

King Ayisoba- The legend reinventing Ghana's kologo music

King Ayisoba: The legend reinventing Ghana’s kologo music

“They should be motivated and believe God will do the rest”.

Jul 29, 2025

Mádé Kuti - Chapter 1 Where Does Happiness Come From - 2025

Mádé Kuti – ‘Chapter 1: Where Does Happiness Come From?’ album review: A new generation of the Afrobeat dynasty

A magnificent effort.

Jul 23, 2025

How Zimbabwe became the home of African guitar music

How Zimbabwe became the home of African guitar music

Great art from dark times.

Jul 14, 2025

Alick Nkhata the Zambian freedom fighter who preserved folk music

Alick Nkhata: the Zambian freedom fighter who preserved folk music

A pioneering figure.

Jul 12, 2025