
Uyai Vinyl
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Fronted by London-born Nigerian singer Eno Williams, Ibibio Sound Machine is a clash of African and electronic elements inspired in equal measure by the golden era of West African funk, disco, modern post-punk, and electro. The intervening time since their self-titled debut album in 2014 had been spent forging a reputation as a high-energy live act appearing on stages such as Later... with Jools Holland, Glastonbury, Roskilde, and the BBC 6 Music Festival, as well as at iconic venues such as Shakespeare's Globe Theatre in London as part of Lauren Laverne's "Wonder Women" series. The album title Uyai means "beauty" in Ibibio language and refers to the strength and free spirit of women in general and, in particular, the courage of the women in Eno's family, to whom she often refers in her writing. "It is a continuation of Ibibio Sound Machine's story in which the worlds of West African highlife and electronic London collide via the storytelling lyrical thread of frontwoman Eno Williams' vocals in the Ibibio language of Nigeria," the band explains. "There is a darker, edgier quality to the sound that maybe reflects the difficult journey the band took from making the first album to completing the second one. The songs are based more around themes of empowerment, freedom, and the liberation of dance for women, and people in general."
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Uyai Vinyl
Out of stock. Get notified when available.
Fronted by London-born Nigerian singer Eno Williams, Ibibio Sound Machine is a clash of African and electronic elements inspired in equal measure by the golden era of West African funk, disco, modern post-punk, and electro. The intervening time since their self-titled debut album in 2014 had been spent forging a reputation as a high-energy live act appearing on stages such as Later... with Jools Holland, Glastonbury, Roskilde, and the BBC 6 Music Festival, as well as at iconic venues such as Shakespeare's Globe Theatre in London as part of Lauren Laverne's "Wonder Women" series. The album title Uyai means "beauty" in Ibibio language and refers to the strength and free spirit of women in general and, in particular, the courage of the women in Eno's family, to whom she often refers in her writing. "It is a continuation of Ibibio Sound Machine's story in which the worlds of West African highlife and electronic London collide via the storytelling lyrical thread of frontwoman Eno Williams' vocals in the Ibibio language of Nigeria," the band explains. "There is a darker, edgier quality to the sound that maybe reflects the difficult journey the band took from making the first album to completing the second one. The songs are based more around themes of empowerment, freedom, and the liberation of dance for women, and people in general."
TRACKLIST
Iβve placed my order, when will I receive it?
In the US, 97% of orders are delivered within 2-5 business days, although it can take longer.
International delivery normally takes around 2 weeks, although it can take up to 21 business days depending on location and domestic carriers.
Will I be able to track my order?
Yes! When you place an order, you receive a confirmation email with the tracking information to make sure you know where your package is at all times.
I received the wrong record. What do I do?
In very rare instances you may receive the wrong record, please donβt stress! Send an email to support@vinyl.com with a photo of the record and we will be in contact with the next steps.
What do I do if my order arrives damaged?
If the products in your order are damaged, contact us immediately at support@vinyl.com.
Please include all the information regarding the problem, and photos of the damage, and we will be in contact with the next steps.
What's your refund and return policy?
On the very small chance youβre not satisfied with your purchase i.e. you receive damaged, defective, or incorrect item(s) from Vinyl.com, you may return the product(s) within 30 days of delivery. When we receive the item(s) and verify the return of product(s), we will send you a replacement(s) or issue a full refund for the item
What is Shipping Protection?
Shipping Protection is our commitment to ensuring your package arrives safely at its destination.
If your shipment encounters any issuesβsuch as being lost, damaged, or stolenβwe will take prompt action to resolve the problem.
By opting for Shipping Protection, you gain peace of mind knowing you're protected against unforeseen shipping complications.
Note that Shipping Protection is non-refundable.