Audio: Throes & The Shine 'Rockuduro' [LP Stream]

Audio: Throes & The Shine 'Rockuduro' [LP Stream]

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Portugal via Angola kuduristas The Shineget some MIDI/guitar/drum backing from Porto-based group Throesfor their joint album Rockuduro. During its shining moments, the 9-track kuduro/rock combo showcases a captivating cross-pollination of genres. Watch the previously featured music video for "Batida" above and stream the whole LP below, available now via Lovers & Lollypops.

(H/T Tropical Bass)

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