Where 2023's Zango emphasized the Zamrock band WITCH's fuzzy, blues-based roots, the reunited group's newest record takes a more experimental turn. The jittery, psychedelic sound of Sogolo defies the expectations of those who might have hoped for a more faithful reconstruction of the band's early days, opting instead to traverse the realms of reggae, freak-folk, desert blues and more. Frenzied percussion flourishes accentuate the unhinged guitar riffs of “Kamusale” and “Nadi,” while African folk rhythms guide later tunes like “Set Free” and “Nibani . . .
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