In a world where we tolerate artists with names like "Cabbage" and "Rat Boy", checking out Le Tout Puissant ("All Powerful") Orchestre Poly-Rythmo de Cotonou could almost be seen as a sacred duty. The fact that the veteran Beninese afro-funk collective live up to their impressive name confirms that to be the case. A joyous brew of voudou rhythms, Fela Kuti-esque jams, Latino influences and even a touch of James Brown, they're a band that would go down a treat on the summer festival circuit.
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