Mamadou Kelly - Adibar

From the heart of Mali's Niger Delta, blues legend MAMADOU KELLY brings gracious charm to this music. Having backed Ali Farka Touré and Afel Bocoum, two of Mali's greatest, as a key member of their groups, MAMADOU KELLY is a virtuoso. He represents the sophistication of Malian music. With a deceptively simple style he brings a rich, historical awareness to his composition and delivery. Supported by long-time collaborators, Alpha Ousmane "Hama" Sankare, a calabash genius heard on many historic recordings, and by Brehima "Yoro" Cisse, a djourkel (monochord) master, their music presents the best and most captivating combination of traditional and contemporary West Africa. On this disc they are joined by the young, gifted bass player Baba Traore. Their relaxed style testifies to the high level of these artists' craft.

Genre: blues, desert blues, delta blues, traditional, World

Tags: Mali, Northern Mali, Sahara Desert, Peulh, Songhoy, Bambara, Niafunke, Africa, guitar, djourkel, calabash, Ali Farka Toure, Afel Bocoum, Hama Sankare

Catalog # CLE007 available on CD and digital.

Reviews and Links

“In a year rich in good albums from Mali, “Adibar” is the best.”
Les InRocks

“...fluid, inventive, clear and absolutely precise. What a lovely band he has.”
Rick Sanders, fRoots #367 p71