The West-African nation of Mali is home to an astonishing variety of musical traditions, dating back to ancient times. That some of it sounds so familiar to Western ears is not surprising, as untold thousands of slaves who ultimately made landfall in North and South America or the Caribbean began their tragic journeys here. These 16 geographically and stylistically varied tracks range from bluesy singer-guitarists to big bands, from acoustic settings to modern electric arrangements. Even generations later, it is obvious that today's Bambara troubadours, Wassoulou divas, and hereditary musician-historians have much in common with Delta bluesmen, R&B queens, and gospel shouters. To adequately represent such a wealth of material on a single CD is a tall order, but this superbly thought-out compilation succeeds beyond all hope. The presentation is further enhanced by a 32-page booklet containing Banning Eyre's fascinating liner notes and producer Jon Kertzer's own detailed track descriptions. -- Christina Roden
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MALI LOLO! Stars of Mali showcases the preeminent musicians on the forefront of Mali's modern musical renaissance. It features the Super Rail Band - Mali's headliner group for 30 years - Grammy winner Ali Farka Toure, kora masters Toumani Diabate and Ballake Sissoko, Wassoulou diva Oumou Sangare, guitarist and singer Habib Koite with his Bamada group, and more of Mali's best talent. This collection exemplifies each artist's exploration of the rich ground between revered musical traditions and the innovations of modern Mali that draw upon a myriad of Western influences. Modern Mali, a powerhouse of African musical tradition, reverberates far beyond its geographic boundaries, harnessing its rich culture and history to create unique contemporary sounds. Extensive notes, 16 tracks, 73 minutes.
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ASIN: B00009IB50 Release Date: 2003-06-24 |
Tracks:
- Eh Ya Ye - Kasse Mady Diabate
- San Barana - Kandia Kouyate
- Nimato - Habib Koite and Bamada
- Ko Kan Ko Sata Doumbia On River - Ko Kan Ko Sata Doumbia
- Noumou Koulouba - Yoro Sidibe
- Ya La - Oumou Sangare
- Cheikhna Demba - Toumani Diabate and Ballake Sissoko
- Fakoli - Abdoulaye Diabate and Super Manden
- Tessalit - Tinariwen
- Iya Heniya - Tartit
- Duga - Lobi Traore
- Hilly Yoro - Ali Farka Toure with Afel Bocoum
- Vaccination - Neba Solo
- Yere Uolo - Rokia Traore
- Pirates - Les Escrocs
- Mansa - Super Rail Band
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The West-African nation of Mali is home to an astonishing variety of musical traditions, dating back to ancient times. That some of it sounds so familiar to Western ears is not surprising, as untold thousands of slaves who ultimately made landfall in North and South America or the Caribbean began their tragic journeys here. These 16 geographically and stylistically varied tracks range from bluesy singer-guitarists to big bands, from acoustic settings to modern electric arrangements. Even generations later, it is obvious that today's Bambara troubadours, Wassoulou divas, and hereditary musician-historians have much in common with Delta bluesmen, R&B queens, and gospel shouters. To adequately represent such a wealth of material on a single CD is a tall order, but this superbly thought-out compilation succeeds beyond all hope. The presentation is further enhanced by a 32-page booklet containing Banning Eyre's fascinating liner notes and producer Jon Kertzer's own detailed track descriptions. -- Christina RodenAlbum Description
MALI LOLO! Stars of Mali showcases the preeminent musicians on the forefront of Mali's modern musical renaissance. It features the Super Rail Band - Mali's headliner group for 30 years - Grammy winner Ali Farka Toure, kora masters Toumani Diabate and Ballake Sissoko, Wassoulou diva Oumou Sangare, guitarist and singer Habib Koite with his Bamada group, and more of Mali's best talent. This collection exemplifies each artist's exploration of the rich ground between revered musical traditions and the innovations of modern Mali that draw upon a myriad of Western influences. Modern Mali, a powerhouse of African musical tradition, reverberates far beyond its geographic boundaries, harnessing its rich culture and history to create unique contemporary sounds. Extensive notes, 16 tracks, 73 minutes.Customer Reviews:
An outstanding blend of talents.......2004-08-31
Rich Variety of World- Class Music from Mali.......2003-12-31
This compilation does indeed bring the best, the brightest, the traditional as well as the newest musicians together - each enhancing the heritage and classical music for which Mali has become recognized. Smithsonian Folkways Recordings never ceases to amaze me with their oustanding compilations. Their forward thinking, to cherish and collect music from around the world before it changes or is lost forever is *very* much recognizned and appreciated.
This is the seventh CD of music from Mali that I own and certainly not the last ... Kasse Mady Diabete provides impressive vocals on track #1, accompanied by traditional African instruments, ngoni fitini, ngoni ba, "ngoni" being a type of lute or harp, djembe (an hour-glass shaped drum), and my favorite, the balafon, which is a type of hammered dulcimer. I am very fond of Habib Koite and Bamada, on track #2 they demonstrate their unique style and talent, by weaving together the sounds of an acoustic guitar and harmonica. Since the Manding Empire (1235 AD), the role of the "griots" has been established, this clan has honed their oratorial skills, musical talents and story-telling abilities, which is clearly evident by the singing of Kandai Kouyate, a female vocalist. Tinarwen, people of the desert, provide another variation in the vast musical culture of Mali. I love their ability to combine traditional vocals with modern instruments. [Refer to review "The Radio Tisdas Sessions" also highly recommended}
There are many moods and feelings expressed on this CD, all of which evoke the timeless beauty of the vast continent of Africa and especially the country of Mali. The crystal clear universal message expressed on this CD is "the brotherhood of mankind". Erika Borsos (erikab93)
Great songs from a fascinating place.......2003-09-04
If "MALI LOLO" has a drawback, it's that this eclecticism can make for an uneven listening experience. One minute you're grooving to Yoro Sidibe's trance-inducing sounds, next you're off on an up-tempo dance excursion (complete with drum machine track) with Oumou Sangare, and after that you're treated to several minutes of a placid kora duet by Toumani Diabate and Ballake Sissoko. But then, imagine if someone tried to put together a collection of "The Stars of the USA," combining Springsteen, Eminem, Alison Krause, and Keith Jarrett.... So it's probably unreasonable to expect musical consistency. You just have to enjoy each track for its own worth. And for most of us, that's enough to merit the purchase price.
A Window To Mali.......2003-07-13
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