Mapenda is a 'Wolof' Griot Mbalax Star from Senegal, who honed his skills in Orchestra Baobab at the height of their success in the late 70s, before teaming up with his Internationally renowned Star elder brother Thione Seck to form Raam Daan . From there he then formed his Takander Group.  He has since released over 12 albums including the classic Jamilou.

He has toured with his group all over Europe and the Americas and continue to attract huge following in his native Senegal..