Osibisa/Woyaya (2004)

About this title: This 2004 release from BGO combines the first two Osibisa albums into one package. Both Osibisa and Woyaya -- originally released in 1971 -- are remastered with fine, vibrant sound, and the original sleeve notes from the latter are included, as well as a new essay. Though Osibisa had a lengthy career and remained creative for several years, the two albums here are the group's best -- so this should actually be considered the best introduction, at least until an adequate discography-spanning collection is put together. Since it's a two-fer release, Roger Dean's typically bonkers artwork from ... read more

Tracks:

1. The Dawn [Osei/Amarfio]
2. Music for Gong Gong [Osei/Tontoh]
3. Ayiko Bia [Osei]
4. Akwaaba [Osei/Tontoh]
5. Oranges [Osei]
6. Phallus C [Bedeau]
7. Think About the People [Osibisa]
8. Beautiful Seven [Osei/Tontoh]
9. Y Sharp [Osibisa]
10. Spirits Up Above [Kirk]
11. Survival [Osei/Tontoh]
12. Move On [Richardson]
13. Rabiatu [Amao]
14. Woyaya [Amarfio]

Note: This is a general synopsis. Each listing is further described below.