I've listened to this album a number of times now, and I'm still having trouble labeling a genre for Afreaka!. This is a fusion of psychedelic, jazz, soul, ska, and funk-rock with lots of reggae and African influences. And it’s raw, usually jumping from one to another and back and forth, sometimes abruptly, all within a song. I've never heard anything quite like it; this band was obviously ahead of its time.
The album itself is a journey from one song to the next. None of these songs sound the same, but they still have their unique fusion funk-rock sound. I found that this was an acquired taste, and it took a few listens to really appreciate the album and groove with it. That being said it's not an album for everyone but if you’re looking for something truly unique, this is it.
Recommend
This is the type of album I would have never found otherwise and really what this trading list is all about, thanks for the recommendation spitswhiletrips.
