Manu Dibango - Abele Dance
Review by Emily Van Genderen
Abele Dance by Manu Dibango is a vibrant and energizing album that showcases the legendary musician's talents and creativity. The album features a fusion of African rhythms, jazz, funk, and soul, creating a unique and dynamic sound that is both catchy and danceable.
From the opening track "Wakafrika" to the closing number "Sango Yesus Christo," Abele Dance takes listeners on a musical journey through different styles and moods. The infectious beats and grooves of "Abele Dance" and "Soul Makossa" will get anyone on their feet, while the more contemplative and reflective songs like "Makossa Man" and "Africa Boogie" show Dibango's depth as a musician and songwriter.
The album is a testament to Dibango's versatility as an artist, and his ability to blend different genres and traditions into a cohesive and exciting whole. The arrangements are tight and polished, with excellent musicianship and production values that showcase the clarity and power of Dibango's saxophone playing.
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Tracks
| Track | Duration | Preview |
|---|---|---|
| Abele Dance | 6:50 | |
| Abele Dance Dub | 8:15 | |
| Abele Dance Club Mix | 8:18 | |
| Abele Dance (Dub Mix) | 8:18 | |
| Abele Dance (Dub Version) | 8:15 |
Video
Manu Dibango - Abele Dance (Dub Version)
Manu Dibango - Abele Dance (Scratch Version) (PRT Studios Acetate 1985)
Manu Dibango Abele Dance
Manu Dibango - Abele Dance (Dub Version) - 1984
Manu Dibango - Abele Dance Original 12 inch Version 1984
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Catalog Numbers
- CART 339
- FAT 101
- CEL 171
- 881 687-1
- CELD 1711
- 8428, 8.428
- CAR 339
- 13585
Labels
- Carrere, Celluloid
- Fat Records & Tapes
- Celluloid
- Polydor
- Carrere
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Formats
- Vinyl
- 12"
- 45 RPM
- 7"
- Promo
- Maxi-Single
- CD
- White Label
Companies
| Role | Company |
|---|---|
| Manufactured By | Spartan |
| Distributed By | Spartan |
| Phonographic Copyright (p) | Fat Records And Tapes Production AB |
| Copyright (c) | Island Music Ltd. |
| Recorded At | Le Chien Jaune |
| Mixed At | Sarm West Studios |
| Produced For | Afrison Ltd. |
| Mastered At | Cutting Room |
| Pressed By | Audiodisc AB |
| Printed By | SIB-Tryck AB, Norsborg |
| Record Company | Deutsche Grammophon GmbH |
| Published By | Island Music Ltd. |
| Lacquer Cut At | PRS Hannover |
Credits
| Role | Credit |
|---|---|
| Bass | Francis Mboppe |
| Vocals | Francis Mboppe |
| Congas | Jean Pierre Coco |
| Guitar | Jerry Malekani |
| Mastered By | NOEL |
| Mixed By | Godwin Logie |
| Percussion | Valery Lobe |
| Performer | Florence Titty |
| Photography | Bernard Matussieres |
| Producer | Martin Meissonnier |
| Recorded By | Herve Lecoz |
| Saxophone | Manu Dibango |
| Lead Vocals | Manu Dibango |
| Synthesizer | Manu Dibango |
| Synthesizer [Linn Prog | Martin Meissonnier |
| Prophet 5 | Martin Meissonnier |
| Dx 7] | Martin Meissonnier |
| Written-By | Manu Dibango, Martin Meissonnier |
| Artwork By | Iannis, Bernt And Johan |
| Drum Programming | Martin Meissonnier |
| Synthesizer [Prophet 5 | Martin Meissonnier |
| DX 7] | Martin Meissonnier |
| Photography By | Bernard Matussiere |
| Programmed By | Abdul Alafrez |
| Tenor Saxophone | Manu Dibango |
| Vocoder | Florence Titty |
| Cover | Mr. Falls |
| Drums | Valery Lobe |
| Executive-Producer | John Matarazzo |
Notes
- Die cut black sleeve with titles across the top and Celluloid in the bottom left corner.
- Also released in a picture sleeve of Manu (see Abele Dance).
- Recorded at Studios Chien Jaune/Damiens.
- Mixed at Sarm West in London.
- Recorded in Paris at Studios Chien Jaune/Damiens.
- Produced for Afrison Ltd.
- ℗ 1985 Fat Records and Tapes Production AB
- © Island Music Ltd/Clouseau Musique
- [Sleeve printed by] SIB-Tryck AB, Norsborg.
- Distributed in the U.S.A. & Canada by The Moss Group, Inc.
- Plain black card sleeve edition. The sleeve has no information, credits for this Discogs entry are copies at creation of entry from the picture sleeve edition.
- Also released in a die cut titled sleeve and picture sleeve (see separate Discogs entries).
- Special Maxi Version
- Made in West Germany
- Made in Holland
- Note - back cover identifies track 2 as "Abele Dance Club Mix," but on the CD it is labeled "Abele Dance Dub."
- ℗ 1984 Celluloid Records, Inc.
- Distributed in the U.S.A. and Canada by the Moss Music Group, Inc.
- Printed in U.S.A.
- Issued in Celluloid centre-holed company sleeve, sticker with title on shrinkwrap.
- Picture sleeve edition. The sleeve has titles & picture of Manu with a saxophone.
- Also released in a die cut titled sleeve (see separate Discogs entry).
- (P)1984 Celluloid
Barcodes
- Matrix / Runout (A Side): CART-339-A1 NOEL
- Matrix / Runout (B Side): CART-339-B1 MT.
- Matrix / Runout (Run-out Side A): FAT 101 A AD 851108 CR/Olle
- Matrix / Runout (Run-out Side B): FAT 101 B AD 851108 CR/Olle
- Matrix / Runout (Side A): B-1 ▻ CEL·171·A·1 F/W￠
- Matrix / Runout (Side B): A-1 ▻ CEL·171·B
- Matrix / Runout: CART-339-A1 NOEL
- Matrix / Runout: CART-339-B1
- Barcode: 042288168713
- Rights Society: GEMA
- Label Code: LC 0309
- Matrix / Runout (Runout A, stamped): 881 687-1 S1 320 1 A
- Matrix / Runout (Runout B, stamped): 881 687-1 S1 320 1 E
- Barcode: 0 26617 17112 4
- Matrix / Runout: CART-339-A2
- Matrix / Runout: CART-339-B2
- Matrix / Runout (Side A runout): [SNA logotype] 8428 A1
- Matrix / Runout (Side B runout): [SNA logotype] 8428 B
- Rights Society: SACEM / SDRM / SACD / SGDL
- Matrix / Runout (label side 1): 13585/1
- Matrix / Runout (label side 2): 13585/2
- Rights Society: Sacem
About Manu Dibango
Cameroonian saxophonist born on December 12, 1933 in Douala, and died on March 24, 2020 in France. Originally trained in classical piano, his musical career began in Brussels and Paris in the 1950s. In 1960 he was found in Congo as a member of African Jazz directed by (Le Grand Kalle). He formed his own band in Cameroon in 1963, moving to Paris in 1965. His international breakthrough came in 1972 with Soul Makossa.
Real Name
- Emmanuel N'Djoké Dibango
Name Vars
- Brother Dibango
- D'bango
- Dibango
- Dibango Manu
- Dibongo
- M. Bango
- M. DIbango
- M. Di Bango
- M. DiBango
- M. Dibango
- M. di Bango
- M.Dibango
- Mano De Bango
- Mano Dibango
- Manu
- Manu Di Bango
- Manu Diabango
- Manu Dib
- Manu Dibanco
- Manu Dibango Et Son African Soul
- Manu Dibangu
- Manu Dibnago
- Manu Oibango
- Manu di Bango
- Manudibango
- O. DiBango
- O. Dibango
- O.M. Dibango
- Odilein Dibango
- Odilien Dibango
- Orch. Manu Dibango
- Ману Дибанго
Aliases
- Junior Dibbs
Manu Dibango is a genius.