The 50s and 60s was a time of revolution all over the world. Colonialism was coming to an end and there was yet another exchange of musical inspiration between Cuba and West Africa, this time the influence came from west to east.
This selection of tunes explores the connection between Son music in Cuba and Africa during this time period - celebratory music filled with hope and the anticipation of change. Pictured here: Duo Los Compadres (left), and the album cover for Bobo Yéyé: Belle Époque in Upper Volta (right).