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Goran Bregovic

Goran Bregovic - Alkohol

The megastar of the Balkans charges his bandmates glasses for an alcohol-fuelled brass band bonanza. A Top of the World album in #59.

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Khaled

Khaled - Best Of

A great overview of the king of rai - North Africa's biggest star - with a powerful collection of his mega hit songs including 'Aicha,' 'Didi' and 'Abdel Kader'. Reviewed in #52.

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Pink Martini

Pink Martini - Hang on Little Tomato

There's a strong Latin influence and retro feel to this second album from the quirky American band. It was a Top of the World album in #30.

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Fela Kuti

Fela Kuti - Zombie

70s hit album from the Nigerian Afro-beat pioneer Fela Kuti, performing with his Africa 70 band. This is considered by many to be his finest hour.

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Caetano Veloso

Caetano Veloso - Zii e Zie

Brazilian singer Caetano Veloso, the father of tropicalia, returns with an album of Radiohead-tinged samba and swirling guitars. Reviewed in #61.

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Souad Massi

Souad Massi - Deb

An appealing second album from Algerian singer-guitarist Massi, with a gently poetic approach. A Top of the World album in #18.

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