Western Jazz Band - Sadaka Helena No 2

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Review by Taiwan Brown

Sadaka Helena No 2: A Timeless Slice of Kenyan Rumba Magic Alright, let’s talk about Sadaka Helena No 2 by Western Jazz Band. Released in 1973 under the Moto Moto label, this gem is a little-known treasure chest of African folk vibes and smooth-as-butter rumba grooves. If you’re into raw, unfiltered music that feels like it was brewed under the hot Kenyan sun, then buckle up—this album’s got your name all over it. First off, shoutout to P.O. Kanindo for producing this beauty and Wema Abdala for penning tracks that stick with you long after the needle lifts off the record. The two standout tunes here? "Sadaka" and "Helena No. 2." Let me tell ya why these bangers are unforgettable. "Sadaka," oh man, where do I even start? It's one of those songs that sneaks up on you when you least expect it. You hit play, thinking it’ll just be another chill tune, but nah—it grabs you by the soul. The rhythm is hypnotic, almost meditative, with guitars weaving through like whispers from another world. And don’t get me started on the vocals; they’re dripping with emotion, like someone spilling their heart out over lost love or missed chances. Every time I hear it, I’m transported somewhere else—maybe a dusty road in Nairobi or a dimly lit bar where stories flow as freely as palm wine. Then there’s “Helena No. 2,” which might as well come with its own dance floor. This track has bounce for days, thanks to its punchy percussion and basslines so warm they could melt your worries away. There’s something cheeky about how the melody twists and turns—you can practically picture folks busting moves at some wild outdoor party back in the day. Honestly, if this song doesn’t make you tap your feet or bob your head, check your pulse because you might be dead inside. What makes this album special isn’t just the music itself—it’s the vibe. Listening to it feels like flipping through an old photo album filled with memories you didn’t know you had. Sure, the production ain’t perfect (hello, minor crackles), but that’s part of the charm. It’s real. Raw. Human. Reflecting on Sadaka Helena No 2, I can’t help but think about how much we’ve lost in today’s hyper-polished music scene. Albums like this remind us that sometimes imperfection is what makes art breathe. Oh, and fun fact: rumor has it P.O. Kanindo named his label “Moto Moto” ('fire fire' in Swahili) because he wanted his records to burn bright. Mission accomplished, buddy. Now go find yourself a copy before they disappear into thin air. Trust me, your ears will thank you later.

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Artist: Western Jazz Band
Album: Sadaka Helena No 2
Rating: 5.0

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Download

Filename: western-jazz-band-sadaka-helena-no-2.zip
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  • FLAC size: 79.8 mb

Tracks

TrackDurationPreview
Helena No. 2
Sadaka

Video

Western Jazz Band: Wenzangu Nawauliza & Kubadili Dini

Images

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Catalog Numbers

MOTO 7 - 59

Labels

Moto Moto

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Formats

  • Vinyl
  • 7"
  • 45 RPM

Companies

RoleCompany
Copyright (c)E.I.T. Pub.
Manufactured ForA.I.T. Records (Kenya) Ltd.

Credits

RoleCredit
ProducerP.O. Kanindo
Written-ByWema Abdala

Notes

Language: Swahili

About Western Jazz Band

For nearly twenty years, Western Jazz Band and Dancing Club delighted East Africans from their home base, the Indian Ocean port city of Dar es Salaam, Tanzania. The band actually formed in 1959, two years before the end of British administration in Tanganyika. Many of the original band members came from what, at that time, was Western Province and other locations in the west. Formed as a regional association, Western Jazz was both a band and a dancing club. The idea was to give migrants to the city from western Tanzania a place to meet friends, socialize and hear good music, though members were welcomed no matter where they came from.

Name Vars

  • Western Jazz

Interesting fact about Album

Did you know? In 1973, a Kenyan album called *Sadaka Helena No 2* by the Western Jazz Band blended African rhythms with Rumba vibes. It was produced by P.O. Kanindo and written by Wema Abdala. Released under the Moto Moto label, this gem is a mix of Folk, World, and Country sounds. The tracks "Sadaka" and "Helena No. 2" still carry the soul of Kenya’s music scene from that era. Pretty cool, right?

Comments

mrscribbles23
mrscribbles23
2025-03-13
Mafunzo nilikua mdogo 10-13 miaka vile napenda muziki sina sauti ya kuimba RIP Mkatsedze Mwanajuma
davidegrant
davidegrant
2025-03-12
Vraiment difficile à retrouver...
Mais quels merveilleux souvenirs du Cameroun ! Ceci est certainement chanté en Swahili... (this is French language)
dawnjoshhalliday
dawnjoshhalliday
2025-03-11
Bons tempos já lá se foram??. Recordar é mesmo viver.????
applethera
applethera
2025-03-10
Very nice music or sapphrie
bigp
bigp
2025-03-09
Shaddy my man you are indeed prolific!!!! KUDOS MINGI!!!
cedricn
cedricn
2025-03-08
Hayo magitaa ya solo na rythm,yamepigwa kwa ufundi mkubwa,big up wema abdalha na shamba ramadhani,
mamcdanielstroh
mamcdanielstroh
2025-03-08
Hizo zilikuwa nyakati zangu nilipokuwa kijana na wenzangu kila weekend tunakwenda kucheza ngoma ya wana saboso mwaka 73. Na huo ndo ulikuwa mziki na mafundisho yetu kwa vijana. Siku hizi na uzee wangu nakaa sebuleni na kukumbuka nyakati zileeeeee!
icberlin751030
icberlin751030
2025-03-08
Shamba ramadhani tutakukumbuka kwa upigaji bora wa gitaa la kati, nimesikia jana tu kafariki,
reinoceros
reinoceros
2025-03-07
Buen tema solo para la gente que sabe gracias
designersaharr
designersaharr
2025-03-06
The name of the 2nd song is "Kubadili DINI" not dili. It means " to change religion"
bloggerbob
bloggerbob
2025-03-05
That soloist again! The rhythm guitar, my God! Who was he? Where are these people? Can we contribute to their families' wellbeing? Like many musicians in Africa they are penniless.
kulturequeensounds
kulturequeensounds
2025-03-04
Ahsante sana :)
dramaasiatorrents
dramaasiatorrents
2025-03-03
Miaka ya 60s,70 maisha matamu
nosimplications
nosimplications
2025-03-02
These were great men
lmroquesuperintendente
lmroquesuperintendente
2025-03-02
Who was this bass guitarist?,,,,,so fantastic!!!!!
saradokhteli
saradokhteli
2025-03-02
Damn!!!!!! Who used to play that great rhythm for Western Jazz??????
zam7
zam7
2025-03-02
le hasard fait vraiment bien les choses....je tapais "liza
tainalaurent
tainalaurent
2025-03-01
Hawa ndio wanamuziki Kweli walitumua vyiao kwa kupitisha ujumbe kwa Jamii siku hizi hamno
busymomof2boyz
busymomof2boyz
2025-03-01
good video, check out my channel!
great stuff
good explanation
nice approach
I like it
very helpful
Sounds good!
You have talent!
Very inspiring.
Keep up the great work.
I like your sound.
Nice job.
Nice
Cool
Very cool
lasers709
lasers709
2025-02-28
Hizi nyimbo kuna uwezekano wa kuziweka Kwenye CD hili kizazi kijacho wafaidi matunda ya wazee Wao?