• Various Artists - Gumba Fire: Bubblegum Soul & Synth-Boogie In 1980s South Africa (CD) | Mint (M) Mint (M) - WORLD *NEW*
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Various Artists - Gumba Fire: Bubblegum Soul & Synth-Boogie In 1980s South Africa (CD) | Mint (M) Mint (M)

Various Artists - Gumba Fire: Bubblegum Soul & Synth-Boogie In 1980s South Africa (CD) | Mint (M) Mint (M)

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Description

A compilation of 16 rare 1980s cuts from South Africa, made available for the first time on digital and first time on vinyl outside of their original release. Handpicked by Miles Cleret (Soundway) and DJ Okapi (Afrosynth Records), this style of music has been making its way into the DJ sets of many of the most open-minded selectors around the world. In 1980s black South Africa, a local form of pop music evolved as the disco boom died down and slowly mutated. It was often ubiquitously described as Bubblegum - usually stripped-down and lo-fi with a predominance of synths, keyboards and drum machines, and overlaid with the kind of deeply soulful trademark vocals and harmonies that South African music is famous for. "Gumba Fire" highlights the period that nestles in between the '70s (where American-influenced jazz, funk and soul bumped shoulders with local Mbaqanga), and the '90s, when Kwaito and eventually house music ruled the dancefloors of urban South Africa.
  • Media Condition: Mint (M)
  • Sleeve Condition: Mint (M)
  • Format Detail: Digipak
  • Format: CD
  • Label: Soundway Records
  • Catalog Number: CD-SNDW-124

Condition Ratings & Details

NOTE: Every title includes condition ratings. The first rating pertains to the physical media, and the second grade pertains to the sleeve.

NOTE: Images may not be exact. Please refer to the description to determine whether the images are Actual Photos or Photos Not Actual. New records will likely use generic web photos to represent the product.

Condition Ratings

  • MINT (M): Perfect, brand new, unplayed.
  • Near Mint (NM): Like new, barely played, will play perfectly.
  • Excellent (EX): Very close to near mint, with minor cosmetic wear. Will play perfectly.
  • Very Good Plus (VG+): Light cosmetic blemishes that do not affect play. Close to perfect playback.
  • Very Good (VG): Some light marks that may cause minor noise during playback. Still enjoyable and plays well.
  • Good Plus (G+): Noticeable noise during playback. Only listed if of collector value. Not ideal for listening.

Sleeve Details

  • PHOTOS ACTUAL: The photo is an original image of the exact item you will receive.
  • PHOTOS NOT ACTUAL: The photo is sourced from the web and may differ slightly from the actual item.
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