New Music From Ali Hassan Kuban on Calabash Music

From Nubia to Cairo

Fri, 29 Aug 2008 17:01:08 -0500

A suitcase full of funk from Ali Hassan Kuban, the James Brown of Nubian dance music. His heavy grooves and hypnotic rhythms are evidence of the African roots of Egyptian pop music. His loyal followers are not only the members of Cairo's Nubian community, but his big hits such as "Sukkar, Sukkar, Sukkar" and "Amira" have made him hugely popular throughout all of Egypt with record sales in millions.

"From Nubia to Cairo" is a collection of his greatest hits and transports the listener right into the hustle and bustle of Cairo.

Real Nubian

Fri, 29 Aug 2008 17:01:08 -0500

The Godfather of Nubian soul returns. Afropop Classic: 'Gammal (Camel Driver)'

Walk Like Nubian

Fri, 29 Aug 2008 17:01:08 -0500

Ali Hassan Kuban, the eminent elder statesman of Nubian rock 'n roots sits by the well in the courtyard and is enjoying his success. He's one of the main attractions at Nubian weddings in Cairo and his popularity is so huge that he often must play several venues with different bands in a single evening. In the meanwhile, he's also become well-known in Europe and with "Walk like A Nubian", his first studio album, has adapted his sound to western audiophiles. Electrilising Nubian groove