It seems every time I go on the internet I discover another forthcoming album that gets me excited, and this is no exception.
4 years after Ali Farka Toure's death, a second collaborative record made between him and Toumani has now been released by the wonderful World Circuit records. It's out on February 22nd and promises to be nothing but beautiful if their previous duet album In The Heart of the Moon is anything to go by. It also features Orlando 'Cachaíto' López (from the Buena Vista Social Club, sadly now also passed away) on bass.
Click here to see a video of them performing Kala Djula
Ali Farka Toure was simply one of the greatest blues guitarists/vocalists of all time and his haunting hypnotic, polyrhythmic laments put African blues on the map in a big way. Toumani Diabate, currently going from strength to strength having collaborated with Damon Albarn and Bjork to name but a few, is bringing traditional Malian folk sounds to the pop world without selling out or cheapening his musical traditions. Quite simply, two of the greatest musicians of modern times. Something to really look forward to.
Head on over to http://www.worldcircuit.co.uk to claim your free download from the album, a very beautiful track called Kenouna. Enjoy!
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