Today’s SOTD is simply a brilliant afro/cuban rock number from the 2001 Kona Records compilation ‘Afro-Rock Vol.1′. I don’t know much about the song or the band, so I will quote from the excellent linear notes by Duncan Brooker, which will reveal a bit more about the Mercury Dance Band…

“The Mercury Dance Band led by Yiadom Boakye had previously played a more traditional African sound until experiencing Fela Anikualapo Kuti (that’s to you and me! – Ed.) first hand. ‘Envy No Good’s’ vocal chants even echo those of ‘Egbe Mi O’ (that’s Fela Kuti song to you and me! – Ed). Written by Sammy Walker, arranged by Dey and Featuring Kingsley and Oscar on vocals, this appears to be their only afro-beat recording.”

 Well, that pretty much covers it so I don’t need to say anything more other than Mambo Fresh!

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Tags afro-beat Afro-Rock Vol.1 Dey Duncan Brooker Egbe Mi O Envy No Good Fela Anikualapo Kuti Fela Kuti Kona Records Mercury Dance Band Sammy Walker Yiadom Boakye