William Onyeabor
Atomic Bomb LP (red vinyl)

Nigerian funk musician and all round scene mover and shaker William Onyeabor's legacy gets another layer of depth with this tenth anniversary edition. While 'Beautiful Baby' remains rooted in a gentle groove, 'Better Change Your Mind' picks up momentum, as the bassline holds an unyielding sway over the track. 'Atomic Bomb' remains the heart of the releaseia seismic mix of hypnotic synths and undulating bass, the track's mechanical precision and depth still sounding ahead of its time. 'Shame' slows the pace with a more introspective, almost eerie atmosphere, as Onyeabor's hypnotic vocals trace a sense of regret, building into a subtle intensity. The final track, 'I Need You All Life,' intensifies the mood, urgency mounting until the track reaches a fever pitch. It's a tight, diverse collection that highlights Onyeabor's ability to span both the experimental and the deeply human, flowing smoothly from exuberance to contemplation.

NEW / Released in 1978 / Reissue 2025

Tracklist:

A1 Beautiful Baby

A2 Better Change Your Mind

B1 Atomic Bomb

B2 Shame

B3 I Need You All Life