Osunlade - Natives Tongue (1999) May 2026

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Recorded and mixed at "The Sanctuary" in New York City, the EP emphasizes high-fidelity soul over programmed repetition. Original Tracklist (1999) Osunlade - Natives Tongue (1999)

The EP is a masterclass in deep, tribal house, blending electronic beats with live instrumentation that reflects Osunlade’s priesthood in the Ifá religion. Statistics * Have:242

Released in late 1999, stands as the foundational debut EP from Osunlade , marking the official launch of his influential Yoruba Records . This project signaled Osunlade’s transition from a commercial R&B producer for icons like Patti LaBelle to a spiritual architect of "ancestral" house music. The Sound of Spiritual Awakening * Ratings:28

The original 12" vinyl release consists of three expansive tracks: