South African Bubblegum Music from the 80sBy Kosiso NwachukwuWed Dec 27 2023Photo courtesy of PAM - Pan African MusicBubblegum music was a slowed version of disco and funk music with a predominance of synths, electric keyboards, and drum machines.Share to:
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