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1	Long Walk to Freedom (2006) more music like this by Ladysmith Black Mambazo It was a collaboration with a famous American pop star that broke Ladysmith Black Mambazo as an international act in the mid-'80s, and on Long Walk to Freedom they enact a variation on the theme -- only in this case, the project is under their control and the American guests are an eclectic assortment of rock, folk, and pop musicians, who are also ... see all copies from $9.59! new only from $15.98!
2	African Lullaby (1999) more music like this by Various Artists African Lullaby is a charming collection of children's music warmed by Africa's rich musical heritage. The folklore and family life in regions like the Ivory Coast, Mali, Senegal, Zimbabwe, Uganda, Guinea, Kenya, Nigeria, Zambia, and South Africa are reflected in the lullabies' lyrics, as traditional instruments such as the kora, mbira, balaphone, ... see all copies from $7.45! new only from $9.39!
3	The Warner Brothers Collection (2000) more music like this by Ladysmith Black Mambazo The Warner Brothers Collection covers the first three albums Ladysmith Black Mambazo recorded for the American major label in the wake of their mass exposure on Paul Simon's Graceland. There's nothing from the 1994 children's album Gift of the Tortoise, nor (naturally) is there anything from the group's smaller-scale recordings, which in the U.S. ... see all copies from $8.50! new only from $11.11!
4	Shaka Zulu (1987) more music like this by Ladysmith Black Mambazo In the wake of their participation on his Graceland album, Paul Simon produced this Ladysmith album, their most accessible work for Western ears, which is pristinely recorded and sung partially in English. William Ruhlmann, All Music Guide see all copies from $2.95! new only from $10.71!
5	The Indestructible Beat of Soweto, Vol. 1 (1986) more music like this by Various Artists This anthology of South African artists surprised everyone by becoming a best-seller. It introduced worldbeatniks to Ladysmith Black Mambazo, Mahlathini, and Moses Mchunu and paved the way for Paul Simon's Graceland. Winner of The Village Voice's Jazz and Pop Poll for Best Record of 1987, it's an essential sampler of modern African styling, a ... see all copies from $8.35! new only from $13.38!
6	Gift of the Tortoise (1994) more music like this by Ladysmith Black Mambazo Best known in America for their collaboration with Paul Simon on his albums "Graceland" and "Rhythm Of The Saints," Ladysmith Black Mambazo now offer this new album for children of ceremonial dances and music of the Zulu people. Enthusiastic narration is provided by Fudugazi, and an old troubadour tortoise played by popular South African performer ... see all copies from $8.00! new only from $8.73!
7	Journey of Dreams (1988) more music like this by Ladysmith Black Mambazo see all copies from $3.60! new only from $13.09!
8	Heavenly (1997) more music like this by Ladysmith Black Mambazo see all copies from $5.50! new only from $8.98!
9	The Best of Ladysmith Black Mambazo [Shanachie] (1992) more music like this by Ladysmith Black Mambazo It is only fitting that Ladysmith Black Mambazo introduced the world to the beauty and intricacy of Black South African harmony singing, the extraordinary style known generically as mbube. Ladysmith has been the preminent mbube group for some twenty years. Each track on this collection is a unique musical moment which reveals Ladysmith Black ... see all copies from $3.99! new only from $15.65!
10	No Boundaries (2005) more music like this by Ladysmith Black Mambazo This pairing of Ladysmith Black Mambazo with the strings of the English Chamber Orchestra (conducted by composer Ralf Gothoni) is a seamless collaboration that has the sweeping, gentle folk melodies of the townships at its heart. Some of the songs here originate from that tradition, while others, such as Bach's Jesu, Joy of Man's Desiring, Mozart ... see all copies from $11.24! new only from $15.40!
11 view cover	Two Worlds One Heart (1991) more music like this by Ladysmith Black Mambazo Few artists specializing in a cappella performances have enjoyed the commercial success of Ladysmith Black Mambazo, one of the most respected groups in South Africa. Singing to instruments for a change, Ladysmith gave its followers quite a surprise with the eclectic Two Worlds, One Heart, one of the most ambitious and eclectic albums it has ever ... see all copies from $1.99!
12 view cover	Raise Your Spirit Higher: Wenyukela (2004) more music like this by Ladysmith Black Mambazo This is the U.S. release of the German title Raise Your Spirit Higher: Wenyukela that appeared in Germany in 2003. The album comes in both standard and SAS CD formats. As for the music found here, this is just a going-through-the-motions set for Ladysmith Black Mambazo, the legendary South African supergroup who use the township sound of ... see all copies from $11.87! new only from $11.87!
13 view cover	Thuthukani Ngoxolo (Let's Develop in Peace) (1996) more music like this by Ladysmith Black Mambazo Thuthukani Ngoxolo (Let's Develop in Peace), as the title suggests, is a rallying call from Ladysmith Black Mambazo for world peace and genuine understanding. But, as well-intentioned as they are, lyrics rarely matter with music like this -- the harmonies and polyrhythms are so enchanting, you tend to become mesmerized and just groove along on the ... see all copies from $4.51! new only from $9.30!
14 view cover	Best of Africa [Arc] (2002) more music like this by Various Artists see all copies from $5.24! new only from $9.22!
15 view cover	Essential Guide to Africa (2005) more music like this by Various Artists African music is a huge field to condense into three CDs, and no compilation the size of The Essential Guide to Africa could claim to boil down the continent's sounds to their essence. Keeping expectations at a realistic level, however, this is a decent, sizable survey that draws from numerous regions and styles -- too many, in fact, to detail in ... see all copies from $3.00! new only from $19.82!
16 view cover	Heavenly [Bonus Track] (2004) more music like this by Ladysmith Black Mambazo see all copies from $9.09! new only from $11.86!
17 view cover	Live at Montreux, 1987, 1989, 2000 (2005) more music like this by Ladysmith Black Mambazo This CD compiles the best of Ladysmith Black Mambazo's performances at the Montreux Festival in reverse chronological order. It is also the soundtrack to a DVD of the various concert performances. While these songs do not necessarily represent a "greatest-hits live" collection, they do capture the great yet subtle energy of one of the finest vocal ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $2.37!
18 view cover	Golden Afrique, Vol. 3 (2006) more music like this by Various Artists see all copies from $34.36! new only from $40.45!
19 view cover	Sounds of South Africa (2001) more music like this by Various Artists A sampler from British label Arc and drawn from Sony's vast archives, Sounds of South Africa features a wide range of music, from tradition-based mbube styles to modern pieces making use of electric guitars. Among the highlights here are "Malume" by Izigi Zabezayo, the bright and lightly electric "Mathwalo" by the Boyoyo Boys, and one of Miriam ... see all copies from $10.54! new only from $16.39!
20 view cover	Live at the Royal Albert Hall (1999) more music like this by Ladysmith Black Mambazo Although they've been performing together for over 30 years and have made more than 40 records, Ladysmith Black Mambazo have never made a live album until this performance. This recording finds the group (and particularly leader Joseph Shabalala) at the peak of its powers before a sold-out crowd at the Royal Albert Hall in London. Running through ... see all copies from $8.85! new only from $15.65!
21 view cover	Chillout Sessions [Tommy Boy] (2005) more music like this by Ladysmith Black Mambazo see all copies from $8.12! new only from $8.12!
22 view cover	Raise Your Spirit Higher: Wenyukela [SACD] (2004) more music like this by Ladysmith Black Mambazo This is the U.S. release of the German title Raise Your Spirit Higher: Wenyukela that appeared in Germany in 2003. The album comes in both standard and SAS-CD formats. As for the music found here, this is just a going-through-the-motions set for Ladysmith Black Mambazo, the legendary South African supergroup who use the township sound of ... see all copies from $15.38! new only from $21.19!
23 view cover	Rough Guide to the Music of South Africa [2006] (2006) more music like this by Various Artists see all copies from $11.64! new only from $13.16!
24 view cover	Siyabamukela (1989) more music like this by Amaduduzo Amaduduzo is a powerful a cappella group whose unison vocals and intriguing mix of traditional African language and Christian influences make for a powerful blend of multiple spiritual sources. The 10 numbers have breathtaking harmonies, understated but clearly felt rhythmic counterpoint and superb leads from Ronny Bodibe, Daniel Mgudiwa and David ... see all copies from $2.99! new only from $14.74!
25 view cover	Raise Your Spirit Higher: Wenyukela [Wrasse] (2003) more music like this by Ladysmith Black Mambazo This album from the South African supergroup Ladysmith Black Mambazo contains the same basic take on Isicathamiya that's been the hallmark of the group since their creation. There's a bit more in English here than usual, but the vocal harmonies stand regardless of language. In general, Joseph Shabalala calls out the main points, responded to by ... see all copies from $17.22! new only from $42.93!

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