Putumayo Music - Habib Koite

Malian Magic! 

Since the release of his last recording Ma Ya in 1998, Koite has grown from being one of Africa's best kept secrets to become an international star and one of the leading figures in contemporary world music. 

Habib is backed by Keletigui Diabate, Mali's undisputed king of the balafon (a West African wooden-keyed xylophone) and the rest of the talented members of Bamada.

On this album Koite swings from the Cuban-influenced grooves of "Batoumanbe" to the ethereal and entrancing "Sinamaw." The acoustic, unadorned arrangements reflect centuries of Malian tradition, while incorporating subtle Western influences to create songs that appeal to people from all walks of life. 

• CD comes with a booklet of liner notes including lyrics

Habib Koite and Bamada - Baro

1. Batoumambe
2. Kanawa
3. Wari
4. Sin djen djen
5. Cigarette Abana
6. Woulaba
7. Baro
8. Sambara
9. Roma
10. Tere
11. Mali Saido
12. Takamba
13. Sinama Denw