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 01. "Penda djiga" 02. "Bombolo liilo" 03. "Dakamana" 04. "Fari intro" 05. "Fari njungu" 06. "Jaman bisa" 07. "Avion" 08. "Sambu kamba" 09. "Yer gando" 10. "Kakilena" 11. "Djougal"
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 | | Description: | 2020 release. Afel Bocoum is among the last of a breakthrough generation of African musicians who cross-pollinated their own traditional music with the new sounds that arrived from all over the world throughout the 20th century. With the support of executive producers Damon Albarn and Nick Gold, Lindé stitches together the age-old music of the Niger bend, featuring performances from eminent Malian musicians including Madou Kouyaté, the late 'Hama' Sankaré and Madou Sidiki Diabaté, with interventions as diverse as the drums of Afrobeat pioneer Tony Allen, the trombone of Vin Gordon (Bob Marley / Skatellites), and the violin of Joan as Police Woman. Traditional instruments like the ngoni, the njurkele, the kora and the calabash blend with guitars, percussion and call-and-response vocals. The result is a gently undulating flow that emanates from a source hidden deep in the historical and mystical traditions of Bocoum's native land, enriched along it's way by tributaries and cross-currents."Lindé" is a CD album by Malian singer, guitarist, and songwriter Afel Bocoum, released by the renowned world-music label World Circuit. Rooted in the musical traditions of northern Mali, the recording blends desert blues, Sahelian folk, and subtle contemporary influences into a warm, immersive sound that is both deeply traditional and quietly innovative. Characteristic cyclical guitar lines, call-and-response vocals, and gentle, rolling rhythms create a meditative atmosphere, while thoughtful arrangements and careful production give each track a clear, spacious presence. Lyrically and emotionally, "Lindé" carries themes of community, resilience, and the beauty and harshness of life in the Sahel, making the album feel both intimate and far-reaching.
Afel Bocoum is a key figure of the Malian desert-blues and Songhai tradition, known for his long association with Ali Farka Touré and for helping carry that sound to new generations. His work is marked by a distinctive, understated vocal style and intricate acoustic and electric guitar work that weave together Mandé, Songhai, and Fulani influences. Over the years, Bocoum has earned international recognition on the global music scene, performing at major world-music festivals and contributing to acclaimed recordings that have helped define the sound of contemporary Malian music. "Lindé" continues this trajectory, presenting him as both guardian of tradition and subtle innovator.
World Circuit, the album's label, is one of the most respected names in world music, known for its careful curation, high recording standards, and long-term relationships with artists. The company has introduced audiences worldwide to influential musicians from Africa, Latin America, and beyond, and is celebrated for projects that treat local traditions with respect while reaching a global audience. With "Lindé", World Circuit again demonstrates its strength: pairing a distinctive artist with sensitive production and international distribution so that regional musical traditions can be heard in their full richness. | | | Manufacturer No.: |
405053861420 |
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