#1 · 1972
A landmark jazz-funk and afrobeat album with 12 tracks, known for its rhythmic themes that highlight Dibango's saxophone leadership.
12 tracksJazz-FunkOriginal French pressing1972
Artist page · 04/07/2026
Manu Dibango
Manu Dibango, born in Douala in 1933, was a Cameroonian saxophonist and singer whose career bridged jazz, afrobeat, funk, and world music across decades.
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About
Manu Dibango, Cameroon's groove pioneer blending jazz, funk, and African rhythms.
10 vinyl releases spanning Afrobeat, funk, and world music — key pressings range from 1972 Africadelic to 2021 Wakafrika.
Manu Dibango emerged from the dynamic African music scene, merging traditional Cameroonian sounds with jazz and funk influences. His innovative style developed from his time in France and Belgium in the 1950s and 60s, where he connected with Congolese musicians during the independence movement. Dibango's work includes jazz-funk, afrobeat grooves, and reggae touches, creating a diverse body of recordings that reflect both urban and world contexts.
His key vinyl albums showcase his evolving sound, from the jazz-funk infused 1972 landmark Africadelic to the 1982 Afrobeat and funk album Waka Juju. Later works like the 2021 Wakafrika revisit and reinterpret African classics with notable collaborations, while live and remastered editions document his enduring influence on the genre.
Discography
Manu Dibango — Discography
Studio albums, EPs and notable live records, from newest to oldest. Drag the timeline to browse.
Wewantsounds · 2025Dibango 82
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EGT · 2013Balade En Saxo
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Konga Music · 2012Ballad Emotion
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BorderBlaster · 2011Past Present Future
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Global Mix · 2007Lion Of Africa
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Cristal Records · 2007Hommage À La Nouvelle Orléans
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Blue Moon · 2003From Africa
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JPS Production · 2001Kamer Feeling
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JPS Production · 2000Mboa' Su (Kamer Feelin')
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Celluloid · 1998CubAfrica
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Not On Label · 1995Dance With Manu Dibango
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Soul Paris Records · 1995Lamastabastani
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Fnac Music · 1994Wakafrika
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Mau Mau Records · 1992Bao Bao
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Fnac Music · 1991Live '91
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Milan · 1989Comment Faire L'Amour Avec Un Nègre Sans Se Fatiguer
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Buda Musique · 1988La Fete A Manu
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Blackspot · 1986Manu Invite... Akofa Akoussah Au Togo
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Soul Paris Records · 1986Afrijazzy
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Philips · 1985Electric Africa
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Garima Records · 1984Surtension
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Garima Records · 1983Soft And Sweet
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AfroVision Records · 1983Deliverance "Live in Douala"
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AfroVision Records · 1982Mboa
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CRC Records · 1982Waka Juju
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CRC Records · 1980Gone Clear
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Fiesta · 1979Home Made
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Fiesta · 1978Manu Dibango
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Fiesta · 1976Manu 76
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D.S.T. Telecommunications, Inc. · 1975Countdown At Kusini
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Fiesta · 1974Super Kumba
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Atlantic · 1973Soul Makossa
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Fiesta · 1973Makossa Man
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Philips · 1972Phonogram Presents Franklin Boukaka
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Mondiophone · 1972Africadelic
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Fiesta · 1971Manu Dibango
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Mercury · 1969Saxy-Party
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Signature tracks
The tracks that sum up Manu Dibango's career.
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Soul Makossa
Wakafrika · 1994
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Groovy Flute
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The Panther
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Coconut
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New Bell
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Wouri
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African Battle
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Africadelic
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The essentials
The 3 Manu Dibango albums you absolutely need
Our pick, validated by the editorial team.
#2 · 1994
A 13-track homage to African classics featuring collaborations with acclaimed African and international artists.
13 tracksReissueIncludes 'Soul Makossa'1994
#3 · 1982
A 6-track afrobeat and funk album that captures the energetic blend of styles pivotal to Dibango's sound in the early 80s.
6 tracksAfrobeatOriginal French pressing1982
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Collectors
For vinyl die-hards
The hidden side of the catalogue: rare pressings, sought-after matrices, Discogs values.
Market values (source: Discogs)
For each reference edition, these cards summarise the state of the global Discogs market. Market position places the average price of a copy between the observed min and max prices. Average price is the price seen for a mint-condition copy. Copies available counts listings currently for sale. Collectors who want it is the number of Discogs users who added it to their wantlist without owning it — a good signal of upcoming demand.
Wakafrika
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Min price 18 €Max price 18 €
Average price
17,90 €
Only 12 copies for sale on Discogs
26 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Waka Juju
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Min price 2 €Max price 20 €
Average price
5,00 €
Only 63 copies for sale on Discogs
293 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Gone Clear
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Min price 9 €Max price 52 €
Average price
11,89 €
Only 41 copies for sale on Discogs
277 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Manu 76
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Min price 16 €Max price 20 €
Average price
18,11 €
Only 8 copies for sale on Discogs
180 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Africadelic
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Min price 12 €Max price 57 €
Average price
31,25 €
Only 18 copies for sale on Discogs
772 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Dibango 82
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Min price 25 €Max price 25 €
Average price
24,80 €
Only 41 copies for sale on Discogs
19 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Notable pressings & editions
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The “Why this rarity” column comes from our upstream sourcing work: for each album, we explain what makes this pressing sought after by collectors (limited run, specific matrix, withdrawn edition…).
Face B
Side B: the hidden stories of Manu Dibango
Studio secrets, touring anecdotes and B-sides worth the whole album.
In 1967, Manu Dibango formed his first big band, pioneering his unique urban Afro-jazz style on French television's "Pulsations".— Manu Dibango
01Studio
Original 1972 Africadelic French pressing
Released by Mondiophone in France under catalog number MON 8, 46507, this original pressing has a want/have ratio of over 5:1, with only three copies currently for sale, reflecting its vinyl collector appeal.
02Collaboration
Wakafrika album collaborations
The 1994 Wakafrika album features collaborations with artists such as Youssou N'dour, King Sunny Ade, Angélique Kidjo, Papa Wemba, Peter Gabriel, and Sinéad O'Connor, blending African heritage with global music influences.
03Live Release
Dibango 82 - Live recordings from Marseille concert
Dibango 82 captures a live December 1982 performance in Marseille, remastered and issued as an LP with four tracks blending jazz-funk and afrobeat styles.
04Vinyl Variants
Waka Juju original and reissue French pressings
Waka Juju was originally released in France in 1982 by CRC Records, catalog number 2933 130, and saw a reissue in 1985 by Disques Espérance, illustrating its sustained demand with vinyl variants.
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FAQ
FAQ: Manu Dibango on physical formats
The most common questions about pressings, reissues and limited editions.
Who was Manu Dibango and what genres did he pioneer?
Manu Dibango was a Cameroonian saxophonist blending Afrobeat, jazz, funk, and world music, active from the 1950s to 2020.
What are some essential Manu Dibango vinyl albums for collectors?
Essential vinyl albums include Africadelic (1972), Wakafrika (1994 reissue), and Waka Juju (1982), showcasing Afrobeat and jazz-funk innovations.
Where was Manu Dibango born and when did he start playing saxophone?
Born in Douala, Cameroon in 1933, Dibango started learning saxophone in Reims, France while preparing for his baccalaureate in the 1950s.
Which Manu Dibango albums are known for their French original pressings?
Africadelic (1972) and Waka Juju (1982) were originally pressed in France with limited copies and remain sought after by vinyl collectors.
What price range can be expected for key Manu Dibango records on vinyl today?
Prices vary: Africadelic original French pressing can reach over €50; Waka Juju French pressings range from €2 to €20; Wakafrika reissue around €18.
How does Manu Dibango’s music blend different cultural styles?
Dibango fused traditional Cameroonian rhythms with jazz, funk, reggae, and afrobeat, creating a hybrid sound influential worldwide.
Are there any live vinyl recordings of Manu Dibango’s performances?
Yes, the live album Dibango 82 documents a 1982 concert in Marseille, featuring remastered tracks with afrobeat and jazz-funk elements.
Where can vinyl collectors find original and reissue pressings of Manu Dibango albums in France?
Original and reissue vinyl pressings such as Wakafrika (2017, Wagram Music) and Waka Juju (1982, CRC Records) are found in French markets and online stores.
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Sources & method
This page is compiled by the vinyles.com editorial team from public sources and our marketplace.
Our method
- Discographic data from MusicBrainz (dates, countries, activity period).
- Tracklists, artwork and genres retrieved via Discogs Masters.
- Values (low / median / high) and stock from the Discogs Marketplace.
- Audience and similar artists via Last.fm.
- Page updated automatically and reviewed by the editorial team.
Last updated: 04/07/2026