Ibrahim Hesnawi – The Father of Libyan Reggae
Ibrahim Hesnawi – The Father of Libyan Reggae
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A long-overdue collection, celebrating the man who introduced reggae to Libya and made it his own.
A trailblazer of Libyan music, Ibrahim Hesnawi fused Jamaican reggae with traditional North African rhythms, creating a one-of-a-kind groove that remains deeply embedded in Libyan musical culture. This album showcases Hesnawi’s seamless blend of reggae’s hypnotic rhythms with the polyrhythms of Libyan darbuka percussion, incorporating elements of funk, jazz, and disco to forge a sound unlike any other. His music carried strong themes of Pan-Africanism, liberation, and resistance, resonating with Libyan audiences since the late ‘70s and keeping reggae alive in the region long after its global popularity waned.
This essential reissue includes:
- A fully remastered selection of Hesnawi’s most influential tracks
- A 12-page booklet featuring unseen photos and interviews with Hesnawi
- A deep dive into Libya’s reggae movement, exploring how the genre became a lasting force in the country’s music scene
With super-limited stock, this album is a must-have for collectors of reggae, North African music, and global funk. If you’re a fan of Bob Marley, Mulatu Astatke, or Hailu Mergia, this one belongs in your collection.
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