Zap Mama

"Afropean" singer Marie Daulne is Zap Mama. She formed the group as an a cappella quintet in the late '80s, influenced by Central Asian pygmy music. But over the years, Daulne took on more members and transformed Zap Mama into a pan-global dance group. In a session from KEXP, the group performs new songs.

What kind of crazy, block-bustin' beats are you going to be nodding your head to when playing this fall's EA Sports titles? The publisher wants you to know, in full, well before any of the games launch. Why? Well, we're not entirely sure. One thing that's clearly apparent from the various soundtracks: target markets. We're not exactly left scratching our heads over who wants Royksopp rolling in the background while playing a rousing game of footie (hint: EUROPEANS) or who wants Alice in Chains pumping in Giants Stadium (hint: UNITED STATESIANS). Either way, head after the break for the whole list, including the tunes in Madden NFL 10, NBA Live 10, NHL 10, and FIFA 10. And then go out and buy a Royksopp album. You'll thank us. Continue reading EA Sports' fall soundtrack in full, from Alexisonfire to Zap Mama EA Sports' fall soundtrack in full, from Alexisonfire to Zap Mama originally appeared on Joystiq on Mon, 27 Jul 2009 16:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds. Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments

Beyond Borders to be released on June 23, 2009 a ' features guest appearances from G.L.C., Oddisee, Kev Brown, Supastition and Zap Mama and more.

Starting today, intrepid Voice intern Michael Downes will offer a daily, highly biased digest of that evening's best NYC shows -- and the whole weekend's slate on Friday, which today is, mercifully, if you were not aware.