Habib Koité with Lamine Cissokho and Aly Keita

Nov 18, 2024 at 7:30 PM · City Winery Philadelphia, Philadelphia, PA City Winery Philadelphia, Philadelphia, PA

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Habib Koité

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Malian musician Habib Koité, from a griot family, integrates traditional n'goni sounds via guitar, reshaping Malian music. He formed Bamada, gaining fame with hits like "Cigarette A Bana." His album Muso Ko topped European charts. Known for collaborations with artists like Toumani Diabaté.

Aly Keita

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Aly Keita, from a renowned musical family in West Africa, excels at modernizing the balafon. Known for jazz-infused Afro-pop, he’s collaborated with Trilok Gurtu and Joe Zawinul. His 2008 debut, "Akwaba Inisene," soared in European charts, leading to tours in Europe and Africa.