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Oumou Sangare

From Bamako, Mali, Oumou Sangore brought out her debut album back in 1990. I just came accross her on last.fm.  Awesome, powerful voice and great Malian sound reminiscent of Amadou and Mariam’s work. If you like them, you will love … Continue reading

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A bit of Malian magic: Amadou & Mariam

Amadou & Mariam is a musical duo from Mali which consists of couple Mariam Doumbia and Amadou Bagayoko. Also known as the “blind couple from Mali”, the pair met in an institute for blind youth back in the 1970s and … Continue reading

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Joystick Jay’s remix of Malian musicians Kouyate and Ba

So, Joystick Jay’s remix of Fela Kuti’s “It’s not possible” was on Sound Stand a couple of months ago. He is just so good at remixing music from around the world with electro beats without completely killing the original. Malian … Continue reading

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