Black Diamond
Buraka Som Sistema · 2008
51 min · 13 tracks · zouk · breakbeat · moombahton
Energetic fusions of kuduro rhythms and electronic beats create a vibrant, dancefloor-ready soundscape.
Why listen to this
- Best for
- dynamic flow with peaks energetic dancefloor vibes wave-like pacing throughout
- Context
- Released in 2008, 'Black Diamond' is Buraka Som Sistema's debut studio album, following their impactful EPs that introduced kuduro to a wider audience. At this point, the group was gaining international recognition for their innovative blend of Angolan music and electronic genres.
- If you like
- zouk, breakbeat, moombahton
Black Diamond is an album by Buraka Som Sistema, released in 2008. Energetic fusions of kuduro rhythms and electronic beats create a vibrant, dancefloor-ready soundscape. 'Black Diamond' played a pivotal role in popularizing kuduro outside of Angola, charting well in multiple countries and receiving critical acclaim. The album's infectious tracks helped establish the group as key figures in the global bass movement and influenced subsequent artists exploring similar sounds. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Black Diamond sound like?
Energetic fusions of kuduro rhythms and electronic beats create a vibrant, dancefloor-ready soundscape. Rooted in zouk and breakbeat.
What makes Black Diamond by Buraka Som Sistema notable?
'Black Diamond' played a pivotal role in popularizing kuduro outside of Angola, charting well in multiple countries and receiving critical acclaim. The album's infectious tracks helped establish the group as key figures in the global bass movement and influenced subsequent artists exploring similar sounds. Released in 2008, 'Black Diamond' is Buraka Som Sistema's debut studio album, following their impactful EPs that introduced kuduro to a wider audience. At this point, the group was gaining international recognition for their innovative blend of Angolan music and electronic genres.
Who is Black Diamond for?
Black Diamond works well if you're into dynamic flow with peaks, energetic dancefloor vibes and wave-like pacing throughout.
How many songs are on Black Diamond?
Black Diamond has 13 tracks, running approximately 51 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Luanda/Lisboa Standout 4:21
- 2 Sound of Kuduro Standout 3:33
- 3 Aqui para vocês 4:12
- 4 Kalemba (Wegue Wegue) Standout 3:53
- 5 Kurum 5:44
- 6 IC19 4:20
- 7 Tiroza 4:49
- 8 General 4:04
- 9 Yah 3:33
- 10 Skank & Move 3:57
- 11 D.. D.. D.. D.. Jay 3:46
- 12 New Africas, Part 1 1:52
- 13 New Africas, Part 2 3:55
Artist Origin
Portugal
Runtime
51 min 59 sec
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