A positive review of "Sogolo," the latest album from Zambian Zamrock pioneers Witch (We Intend to Cause Havoc). The album showcases the band's continued dexterity and imaginative sound, blending their classic heavy psych-rock style with new explorations like reggae and desert rock, featuring Emmanuel "Jagari" Chanda's undiminished vocals.
Witch: Sogolo review – Zamrock originators in joyously punchy form
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TL;DR: Key points with love ❤️A positive review of "Sogolo," the latest album from Zambian Zamrock pioneers Witch (We Intend to Cause Havoc). The album showcases the band's continued dexterity and imaginative sound, blending their classic heavy psych-rock style with new explorations like reggae and desert rock, featuring Emmanuel "Jagari" Chanda's undiminished vocals.
- 1 Early 1970s: The Zamrock genre was forged, and the band Witch was formed.
- 2 1980s: The group splintered.
- 3 2010s: Reissues of their music sparked a Witch resurgence.
- 4 2023: The album "Zango" was released, marking their first new album in almost 30 years.
- 5 Recent: The album "Sogolo" was released.
- Positive reception for the album
- Continued resurgence and recognition of the band Witch
- Showcasing the enduring legacy and evolution of Zamrock music
What: A music album review of 'Sogolo' by the Zambian Zamrock band Witch, highlighting its imaginative and punchy form.
When: The album 'Sogolo' is current (review published today); the band formed in the early 1970s and splintered in the 1980s; reissues sparked a resurgence in the 2010s; their previous album 'Zango' was released in 2023.
Where: Zambia (origin of Zamrock).
Why: To evaluate and describe Witch's new album, showcasing its musical qualities, its blend of classic and new styles, and its significance as a work from the Zamrock originators.
How: By analyzing the album's sound, comparing it to previous works and other genres (e.g., reggae, desert rock, Black Sabbath, Led Zeppelin), and commenting on the band members' performances, particularly Emmanuel 'Jagari' Chanda's vocals.