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11 April 2025
Malian Legend Salif Keita Is Trying Things Differently
The 75-year-old music icon from Mali is taking a brave, new approach to his work in his new album, So Kono.
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07 April 2025
Remembering Amadou Bagayoko of the Iconic Duo Amadou & Mariam
The beloved Malian guitarist and singer, who passed away at 70, turned a lifelong bond into transcendent music that defied borders, genres, and expectations.
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16 May 2023
Babsy Konate Is Pioneering Auto-Tuned Malian Music
Dive into the Northern Malian producer's hypnotizing album, Tounga, out via Sahel Sounds.
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13 June 2022
Vieux Farka Touré Finds Truth In His Roots In 'Les Racines'
The legendary Malian guitarist's new album is a journey that has taken him home, bursting with love.
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10 July 2020
Interview: Oumou Sangaré Proves Why She's the Songbird of Wassoulou
We caught up with the Malian singer to talk about her new Acoustic album, longevity as an artist, and growing up in Mali.
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11 February 2013
Baba Salah Plays Northern Malian Guitar for A Silenced People
Malian guitarist Baba Salah plays African guitar music for a silenced people.
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