CD The Art Of Noise Featuring Mahlathini And The Mahotella Queens – Yebo!

Experience a groundbreaking fusion of electronic innovation and cultural tradition with The Art of Noise's landmark 1989 release, "Yebo!" featuring the legendary South African Zulu group Mahlathini and the Mahotella Queens.

Originally featured on their fourth studio album, Below the Waste, this maxi-single showcases the group’s experimental spirit as they bridge the gap between 80s synth-pop and authentic African rhythms. By incorporating powerful, non-English-language chants into their signature electronic soundscapes, The Art of Noise cemented their reputation as true pioneers who were unafraid to challenge genre boundaries.

Key Highlights:

• Artist: The Art of Noise featuring Mahlathini and the Mahotella Queens
• Genre: 80s New Wave, Electronic, World Music Fusion
• Release Year: 1989
• Label: Polydor / China Records
• Significance: A bold, eclectic work that remains a testament to the group's willingness to experiment with diverse global textures and traditional sounds.

A must-have for collectors of 80s avant-garde and electronic music history, this release captures a unique moment where electronic production met the raw, rhythmic energy of South African musical icons.