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Osunlade - Natives Tongue (1999) Apr 2026

The EP is a masterclass in deep, tribal house, blending electronic beats with live instrumentation that reflects Osunlade’s priesthood in the Ifá religion.

Statistics * Have:242. * Want:332. * Avg Rating:4.5 / 5. * Ratings:28. Natives Tongues - Osunlade - Bandcamp

A rhythmic centerpiece blending deep house grooves with organic textures. Osunlade - Natives Tongue (1999)

The music serves as a bridge between modern club culture and traditional West African Yoruba traditions.

Released in late 1999, stands as the foundational debut EP from Osunlade , marking the official launch of his influential Yoruba Records . This project signaled Osunlade’s transition from a commercial R&B producer for icons like Patti LaBelle to a spiritual architect of "ancestral" house music. The Sound of Spiritual Awakening The EP is a masterclass in deep, tribal

A longer, more atmospheric journey into spiritual soundscapes.

An epic tribal mix dedicated to the Yoruba Orisha of divinity and femininity. Legacy and Evolution Osunlade – Natives Tongue - Discogs * Avg Rating:4

Features prominent flute work by Serge and intricate tribal percussion.