Through this melody, Madou Yalomba, the younger brother of Adama Yalomba, offers a heartfelt tribute to departed Malian artistic icons, including his late father Sambadji Traoré, Bazoumana Sissoko, Ramata Diakité, and Ali Farka Touré, to name just a few. This song proudly reflects a historical reminiscence of the achievements of these illustrious figures within Mali's rich musical repertoire, with the intention of presenting these past legends to the younger generation, thereby paving the way for fresh sources of inspiration for generations to come.
credits
from Tanou,
track released March 19, 2024
Vocals: Madou Traoré
N'dahn / Kamalé Ngoni: Adama Yalomba
Guitars: Lamine Soumano
Bass Guitar: Sékou Bah
Djeli Ngoni: Mohamed Dramé
Calabash: Mamadou Koné
Percussion: Lamine Soumano
Awesome Mali music with stunning vocals from Rokia Kouyate and Mahamdou Sidibe. Jazz edge to the brass but nicely restrained.
How to pick a favourite track?
Muso, with its skipping Mande zouk beat and Rokia's beautiful vocal.
Baga Kanjo, the slowly unveiling first track with n'goni, Rokia leading then switching to Mahamadou.
Diarabi, has the most perfect balance of n'goni, acoustic guitar, percussion, brass and vocals.
You really have to get this one! tonypi