They come from Senegal and Cameroon and when they moved to the UK, brought their luggage brimming with stories, sounds and images inspired by their century-old traditions. Their new residence has helped them to develop their careers, but they also profoundly helped their neighbours to broaden their cultural horizon introducing them to their griot and afro-blues repertoire.
That will happen on 1st December, when Kadialy and Muntu perform at Rich Mix thanks to the support of Focus Organisation. The event will also be the first opportunity to listen to the new album of the Senegalese kora virtuoso. Na Kitobo (meaning ‘my book’ in Mandinka language) will be released the following day and represents an additional lure for every music lover.
Rhythm Passport holders, welcome on board With spring officially here, it’s finally time to emerge from hibernation and what better way to do that than with two hours of Rhythm Passport Presents? From RTM.FM, we will be taking you on a journey in sound, exploring the freshest tunes from all…
Download this exclusive FREE Rhythm Passport album TODAY! Preview of the album: This Album is no longer available however if you want to receive exclusive access to a free album like this each month just sign up to our monthly newsletter by filling in the form below: Track List: Kadialy…
On Saturday the 23rd of July, West African notes, musical scents and rhythmic aromas will permeate Greenwich Park. On the park’s bandstand stage Muntu Valdo and Modou Touré will be showcasing their jazzy songwriting for an afternoon of African blues and heartwarming sounds. Progenitor of the amazing Sawablues, Muntu Valdo’s music…
Get a sneak peek into London-based Senegalese singer/songwriter and kora player Kadialy Kouyate‘s new album Aado released by Naxos Records. “In the Senegalese society, ‘aado’ stands for ‘moral customs and values’. Kadialy’s enchanting songs touch on these principles and reflect on the Mandinka culture”. Find more info on…
Since Rhythm Passport’s early days, Manu Dibango has constantly represented a music polestar to us. Back in 2014, we had the honour to interview him at Womad UK for what was one of our first features. Since then, he and his music have often enriched the pages of our website….
It’s great to hear Kadialy Kouyate firmly back in his own Mandinka territory. This latest album Na Kitabo (My Book) by the kora player and singer is rooted in his own Senégalese tradition and has all the hallmarks of a classic in the making. The themes of the songs counteract humanity’s…
We will be broadcasting live from Rich Mix to bring you the album launch of Kadialy Kouyate’s new album “Na Kitabo” Join us at 9:30pm London time on the 1st of December. When we are live you will be able to watch it on this page or on our Facebook page:…
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