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Blue Note Records has released a new track from late Afrobeat legend Tony Allen, “Stumbling Down,” featuring Zambian rapper Sampa the Great. The track will appear on the upcoming posthumous Allen record, There Is No End, out April 30th. “Stumbling Down” boasts a dense, bass-heavy groove that’s cut through with …

Angélique Kidjo pays tribute to Celia Cruz with her new song “Quimbara,” which features on the West African singer’s upcoming LP Celia, an LP that honors the “Queen of Salsa.” The track boasts all-star backing courtesy of legendary Afrobeat drummer Tony Allen, bassist Meshell Ndegeocello and Benin, Africa’s Ganbge Brass …