Mali Lolo! Stars of Mali

MALI LOLO! Stars of Mali showcases the preeminent musicians on the forefront of Mali's modern musical renaissance. It features the Super Rail Band—Mali's headliner group for 30 years—Grammy winner Ali Farka Touré, kora masters Toumani Diabaté and Ballaké Sissoko, Wassoulou diva Oumou Sangaré, guitarist and singer Habib Koité with his Bamada group, and more of Mali's best talent. This collection exemplifies each artist's exploration of the rich ground between revered musical traditions and the innovations of modern Mali that draw upon a myriad of Western influences. Modern Mali, a powerhouse of African musical tradition, reverberates far beyond its geographic boundaries, harnessing its rich culture and history to create unique contemporary sounds. Extensive notes. 16 tracks. 73 minutes.

Track Listing

101	Eh Ya Ye	Kasse Mady Diabaté	04:23
102	San Barana	Kandia Kouyaté	06:21
103	Nimato	Habib Koité and Bamada	04:06
104	Ko Kan Ko Sata Doumbia On River	Ko Kan Ko Sata Doumbia	01:06
105	Noumou Koulouba	Yoro Sidibé	05:58
106	Yala	Oumou Sangaré	04:09
107	Cheikhna Demba	Toumani Diabaté and Ballake Sissoko	04:27
108	Fakoli	Abdoulaye Diabaté and Super Manden	06:05
109	Tessalit	Tinariwen	03:58
110	Iya Heniya	Tartit	03:36
111	Duga	Lobi Traoré	05:25
112	Hilly Yoro	Ali Farka Touré with Afel Bocoum	03:38
113	Vaccination	Neba Solo	03:20
114	Yere Uolo	Rokia Traoré	04:15
115	Pirates	Les Escrocs	04:52
116	Mansa	Super Rail Band	06:31