
A Fresh Take | AfroBop LoFi - Lets Get to Work
October 15, 2023
For me, the first day of school usually fills me with reluctance. I mean, who wants to trade the bliss of a holiday for early morning alarms? But today was different. I woke up brimming with excitement, and a big part of that was thanks to all the stories Lola had been sharing throughout the week. Honestly, I couldn't wait to start film school.
Walking into the classroom alongside Lola, I couldn't help but feel like a kid let loose in a candy store. The room was a vibrant mix of students from all walks of life, and the enthusiasm was infectious. It felt like a United Nations gathering of aspiring filmmakers, and I was eager to dive right into this cultural blend.
I was surprised about the teaching methods because they are a tad different from what I'm used to back home. Imagine this: oral traditions mixed with storytelling as the main course. No PowerPoint presentations or boring lectures. We're talking about lively discussions, animated debates, and the occasional drumbeat to emphasize a point. My notes now include a whole section on "drum-accentuated wisdom."
During our break, I gazed out of the classroom window at the blazing West African sun, contemplating whether to dive into the annual film contest Lola told me about. On one hand, it's a chance to showcase my talent and kickstart my filmmaking career. On the other hand, I pondered how challenging it might be to balance school and the competition. But hey, life's all about taking leaps, isn't it?
The path ahead might be as unpredictable as the rainy season's weather, but that's what makes it exhilarating. I've made up my mind; it's time to create some cinematic magic, Chales. Until next time.
With lots of curiosity, and a touch of apprehension,
Yaa
TRACKLIST:
0:00:00 - Hashi Radodo
0:03:07 - Hillside
0:05:59 - Savana Serenade
0:10:01 - Kalimba Caravan
0:13:06 - Mangrove Lele
0:16:32 - Gyta Sibo Leaf
0:19:35 - Sokoto Dance
0:23:47 - Rhythms of Rwanda
0:27:23 - Stone Road
0:30:57 - Tuxedo Lonote
0:33:37 - Sochi Sahara
0:37:00 - Kuvo Mountain
0:41:19 - Lala
0:45:37 - Silo
0:49:55 - Run
0:53:17 - Slow down
0:55:41 - Desert Dream
0:59:37 - Ga Samai
1:02:55 - Ebo Rocks
1:06:41 - Nigerian Nights
1:10:59 - Namsi Vally
1:13:50 - Kente Kaleidoscope
1:18:09 - Dawn Dew
1:22:39 - Kucrudo Mountains
1:27:00 - Nile Nectary
1:30:50 - Rock City
1:34:26 - Luanda Lori
1:38:35 - Groovelyn
1:42:54 - Golden Beads
1:47:08 - Mawuko Jungle
1:51:20 - Baboon Valley
1:55:32 - Joo Mood
1:58:50 - Green Cloud
2:04:08 - Das Salam
2:07:23 - Mossoum
2:11:34 - Upendi
2:14:16 - Savannah Serenity
2:17:58 - Amangus
2:22:28 - Kora Chronicles
2:25:28 - Xylem Rock
2:30:15 - Desert Daydreams
2:34:43 - Saharan Sunmoon
2:37:54 - Nigerian Nightfall
2:41:16 - Sankofa Serenity
2:45:42 - Star Shell
2:49:22 - The Journey
2:51:45 - Unexpected
2:53:52 - Montumi Kings
2:56:02 - Sudanese Sunset
2:59:47 - Obojo Beach
3:03:16 - Lore of Hope
3:05:59 - Asawa
3:09:27 - Bambi Canvas
3:13:34 - Jungle Jams
3:17:19 - Congo Calm
3:20:52 - Nwa Candle
3:24:49 - Afajato
3:28:59 - Cassette Smoke
3:33:04 - Kankam
3:36:55 - Xorbi Morto
3:40:23 - Bambi Fleshed
3:43:52 - Nile Desert
3:47:42 - Swahili Serenade
3:50:42 - Rainy Umbrella
3:54:32 - Mali Stars
3:58:41 - African Amber
4:02:54 - Xorla Craft
4:06:55 - Afrobeat Echoes
4:10:27 - Goldyn Diamonds
4:13:51 - Rainforest Reverie
4:16:52 - Sight
4:19:21 - Ubuntu Unwind
4:22:08 - Jamboa Mornings
4:25:52 - Kubanu
4:28:26 - Favor of Wosu
4:32:11 - Cape of Calme
4:34:57 - Kora Kismet
4:39:15 - Danshell Savanna
4:44:54 - Mamle Sand
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