Denis Mpunga & Paul K.
Criola
Music From Memory (Holland) 2017
MFM019 (12”)
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Denis Mpunga & Paul K., a duo of Belgian and Congolese musicians who left their works on several LP and cassette tape compilations in the 1980s, released this artist compilation album of their recordings and unreleased songs between 1980 and 1984. Based on the theme of African music born in the industrial areas of Europe, the album combines elements of traditional African music and experimental electronics, making full use of African folk instruments such as balafon and sanza, zither, and Japanese synthesizers such as Roland MC-202, TB-303, TR-808, Korg MS20, and Monopoly. elements of experimental electronics. His adventurous style is interesting, as if to provoke Europeans' preconceived notions about African music and culture.