Description
Cat. no: CMBCD160
Format: CD
Barcode: 0853001008601
Release Date: 24 Feb 2023
Genre: World Music
Hailing from the country of Guinea-Bissau, gifted guitarist, percussionist and balafón (African xylophone) player Kimi Djabaté is one of Africa’s most exceptional talents
Now based in Lisbon, Djabaté has collaborated with Mory Kanté, Waldemar Bastos and Netos de Gumbé, and, most recently, the pop star Madonna on her single “Ciao Bella.” On Djabaté’s exceptional new album Dindin, the multitalented musician carries on the customs of his griot heritage, singing entrancingly about the complexity of life in modern Africa for a broad, international audience. Blending traditional Afro- Portuguese rhythms with Afrobeat grooves, electric desert blues and hints of Afro-Latin swing, Djabaté weaves a unique tapestry of smooth and intricate sounds. Dindin is both highly personal, featuring intimate songs dedicated to family and friends, and undeniably universal in its themes of love, communication and human connection.
Confrmed at Africa Oye festival, June 2023. Seeking more UK dates.
Regular airplay on BBC6 Cerys Matthews
Feature in next issue of Songlines Magazine
Tracks: Afonhe / Yensoro / Alidonke / Kambem / N· / Dindin / O Manhe / Sano / Mbembalu / Mana Mana / Djugu Djugu
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