Mango Groove - Mango Groove

Review by Mirosława MIRA Hordynska

Mango Groove, the self-titled album by the South African band, is a delightful blend of African rhythms, pop, and jazz. Released in 1989, the album features a range of upbeat and lively tracks that make it impossible not to dance along. The band, led by vocalist Claire Johnston, has a distinct sound that is both infectious and uplifting.

The album opens with "Marabi Party," a track that sets the tone for the rest of the album with its catchy melody and lively rhythm. It's followed by "Special Star," the band's biggest hit, which features a memorable chorus and an irresistible beat. Other standout tracks include "Island Boy," a playful tune with a reggae-inspired rhythm, and "Moments Away," a more mellow and soulful track that showcases Johnston's powerful vocals.

One of the strengths of Mango Groove is the band's ability to blend different styles and genres seamlessly. The album features elements of African music, pop, jazz, and even a touch of Latin music on the track "Another Country." However, the band never loses its unique sound, and every track feels like a cohesive part of the album.

Artist: Mango Groove
Album: Mango Groove

1989

Rating: 1.0

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Tracks

Track	Duration	Preview
Move Up	3:10
Harder	4:7
Penny Whistle
Herder	4:10
Hellfire	3:58
Love Is (The Hardest Part)	3:19
Under a Lover's Moon	3:32
Two Hearts	3:32
Pennywhistle	3:19
HellFire
Under Lover's Moon
Under A Lover's Moon
Special Star	5:53
Love Is
Dance Sum More (Remix)	5:49
Hellfire (Remix)	3:54
Lalissa	4:47
Dance Sum More	2:55
Dance Some More	3:18
Too Many Tears	3:48

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Mango Groove-Special Star

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Tusk Music
Totem Records , Totem Records
Totem Records
ATCO Records
CBS/Sony
Tusk

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CD
Album
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LP
Promo
Dolby HX Pro

Companies

Role	Company
Marketed By	Tusk Music Co. (Pty) Ltd.
Distributed By	Tusk Music Co. (Pty) Ltd.
Printed By	Artone Press
Phonographic Copyright (p)	Tusk Music Co. (Pty) Ltd.
Recorded At	Audio Lab, South Africa
Mixed At	Audio Lab, South Africa
Published By	EMI Music Publishing Ltd.
Licensed From	Stave Record Productions
Manufactured By	Digipress
Copyright (c)	Atlantic Recording Corporation
Duplicated By	Specialty Records Corporation
Produced For	Stove Record Prod.
Glass Mastered At	Record Service
Pressed By	Record Service

Credits

Role	Credit
Executive-Producer	Robert Schroder
Producer	Alan Lazar, Chris Birkett, John Leyden
Accordion	Nico Carstens (tracks: 9)
Backing Vocals	The Siyagida Gumboot Dancers (tracks: 5), The Soweto Harmonies (tracks: 11)
Bass	Bakiti Khumalo (tracks: 11)
Bass Guitar	John Leyden
Vocals	John Leyden
Drums	Gavin Stevens
Percussion	Gavin Stevens
Flute	Mduduzi Magwaza
Alto Saxophone	Mduduzi Magwaza
Guitar	George Lewis
Keyboards	Alan Lazar
Piano	Alan Lazar
Lead Vocals	Claire Johnston
Photography By	Fiona Mac Pherson, Mduduzi Magwaza
Tenor Saxophone	Sipho Bhengu
Trombone	John Davies
Trumpet	Banza Kgasoane
Arranged By	Alan Lazar, John Leyden
Engineer	Chris Birkett, Sam Wingate
Whistle	Mduduzi Magwaza

Notes

French Reissue with US cover art.
Chromium Oxide cassette
Fold-out J-card with individual track publishing credits.
US Reissue with different cover art from South African version.
J-card spine: "Lent for Promotional Use Only"
Printed in U.S.A.
Tusk Music Co. (Pty) Ltd. 1989
A license of WEA International Inc.
TUSC3
A.S.A.M.I. Seal Of Approval South Africa.
Made in South Africa.
℗ 1989 Tusk Music Co.
Manufactured in Germany.
Click here for the South African CDT pressing.
US Reissue with different cover art.
TUCD3
Manufactured by CDT
Made in South Africa
Click here for the German pressing.

Barcodes

Barcode: 6001491070743
Barcode (Text): 6 001491 070743
Barcode: 3 297497 602276
Rights Society: SACEM / SDRM
Matrix / Runout: CDV DIGIP 760227
Distribution Code: MP 520
Barcode (Text): 0 7567-91374-4 9
Barcode: 6001491070712
Matrix / Runout (Side A runout, etched): TUSC 3 - A - 1
Matrix / Runout (Side B runout, etched): TUSC 3 - B - 1
Barcode (Printed): 6 001491 006582
Barcode (Scanned): 6001491006582
Mastering SID Code: none
Mould SID Code: none
Matrix / Runout: TU CD 3 RSA
Rights Society: GEMA / BIEM
Barcode: 0 7567-91374-2 5
Matrix / Runout: 3 91374-2 SRC+01
Barcode: 4988009518725
Matrix / Runout: TUCD 3 @ 1

About Mango Groove

Hugely popular South African multiracial afro-pop crossover band, founded around 1983 and still active, albeit with a reduced and changed membership. At their peak they could boast some eleven members. Mango Groove's career has spanned an exciting and turbulent time in South Africas history. Since its first iconic multi-platinum release in 1989, the band, together with its charismatic lead singer Claire Johnston, has gone on to become a household name in South Africa. Mango Groove has a special place in the hearts of South Africans, and in terms of its airplay across all radio and TV stations, continues to be an act that truly reaches everyone, young and old. Many people have tried to define the Mango Groove sound, and have resorted to a host of adjectives and phrases to do this: Kwela/Marabi Pop, SA Pop, Big Band Swing Pop, Eclecto-Pop, and so on. Certainly, the Mango Sound is a pop sound, aiming at simple and accessible songs, grooves and melodies and certainly it is eclectic. This eclecticism is primarily reflected in the extent to which Mango Groove has drawn on the rich legacy of South African urban music forms from the 40s and 50s.

Name Vars

Mango Groove Girls

Members

Marilyn Nokwe
Claire Johnston
Ed Jordan
Alan Lazar
John Leyden
George Lewis

Summary by Mirosława MIRA Hordynska

Mango Groove is a fun and enjoyable album that showcases the band's talent and versatility. It's a great example of South African music that will make you want to dance and sing along. Whether you're a fan of African music or just looking for something upbeat and cheerful, this album is definitely worth a listen.