Jali Musa Jawara - Direct From West Africa

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Review by Mateo Arias

Direct From West Africa is a captivating album by Jali Musa Jawara that showcases his exceptional talent and mastery of the kora, a traditional West African harp. The album comprises ten tracks that blend traditional Gambian music with contemporary arrangements, creating a unique and refreshing sound.

From the opening track, "Soubindoor," Jawara's virtuosity on the kora is evident, as he weaves intricate and melodic patterns that transport the listener to the heart of West Africa. The album also features collaborations with other musicians, such as the soulful vocals of Sona Jobarteh on "Fanta," and the hypnotic percussion of Abdou Sarr on "Kaira."

One of the standout tracks on the album is "Saya," a hauntingly beautiful piece that highlights Jawara's ability to evoke emotions with his playing. The track builds gradually, with layers of kora and percussion, creating a mesmerizing and enchanting atmosphere.

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Artist: Jali Musa Jawara
Album: Direct From West Africa
Rating: 4.5

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Tracks

TrackDurationPreview
Yekeke7:46
Haidara10:52
Fote Mogoban6:32
Yasimika8:04

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Djeli Moussa Diawara - Yekeke (Paris 2010) - Full Album
Fote Mogoban - Jali Musa Jawara

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Catalog Numbers

  • GGLP1
  • GGMC1

Labels

Go! Global

Listen online

  • kuunnella verkossa
  • lytte på nettet
  • ouvir online
  • écouter en ligne
  • ascolta in linea
  • escuchar en línea
  • online luisteren
  • online anhören
  • lyssna på nätet

Formats

  • Vinyl
  • LP
  • Album
  • Reissue
  • Cassette

Companies

RoleCompany
Record CompanyGo! Records
Licensed FromOval
Phonographic Copyright (p)Go! Records Ltd.
Copyright (c)A.S. Productions, Abidjan
Distributed ByPolygram Record Operations Ltd.

Credits

RoleCredit
Artwork ByBob Linney
ChorusJanka Jobateh, Jeni Doumbia, Fanta Kuyateh
GuitarKissiman, Lamine Kuyateh
KoraJali Musa Jawara
VocalsJali Musa Jawara
Liner NotesCharlie Gillett
MarimbaJalimorijan Kuyateh
PhotographyGino Sprio
Written-ByMusa Jawara

Notes

  • © 1983 A.S. Productions, Abidjan.
  • ⓟ 1988 Go! Records, London.
  • Distributed by Polygram Records Operations

Barcodes

  • Barcode: 0 42283 48681 2
  • Matrix / Runout (Side A, etched): OVLP 511 A
  • Matrix / Runout (Side B, etched): OVLP 511 B1
  • Barcode: 0 42283 48684 3

About Jali Musa Jawara

Djeli Moussa Diawara (also known as Jali Musa Jawara) is born in a family of griots. His father was a balafon player, and his mother a singer. His half-brother, they share the same mother, is Mory Kanté. He then became a « jali » or « djeli », a mandingo word for griot. He learned to play the balafon, the kora and the guitar. At 18, he went to Abidjan, Côte d'Ivoire where he played with his half-brother who was leading the legendary Rail Band. Starting his solo career, he worked with Djenne Doumbia, a great singer who later joined Salif Keita's group. In 1983, he recorded his first LP, "Yasimika" which was considered to be a great piece of African music. Then, he left for Paris. He released his "Flamenkora" album in 1998, offering a rich blend of styles, from his Mandingo roots to Flamenco. In 2000, Djeli Moussa recorded "Ocean Blues - from Africa to Hawaiï" with Bob Brozman, which received rave reviews. He then founded Kora Jazz Trio, with Abdoulaye Diabaté (piano) and Moussa Cissoko (drums). He composed most of the tracks on which he sings. He also played the Kora and sometimes the guitar, on the three albums they released (Part I, II & III). Singer and musician, Djeli Moussa developed a very intimate relationship with his 32-stringed Kora, which is unique and was adapted at his request from the 21-stringed traditional Kora. He was able to adapt to many different rhythms from traditional Mandingo to Salsa, Flamenco, Blues and Jazz. He has worked with many internationally acclaimed artists like Ali Farka Touré, Carlos Santana, Manu Dibango, Janice deRosa, Stephan Eicher and Cheick Tidiane Seck.

Name Vars

  • Cissoko
  • Diawara
  • Diely Moussa Diawara
  • Djeli Mousa
  • Djeli Moussa
  • Djelly Moussa Djawara
  • Djelmi Moussa Diawara
  • Djely Moussa Diawara
  • Djéli Moussa Diawara
  • Jali Moussa Jawara
  • Jali Musa Jawara
  • Jawara
  • Musa Jarawa
  • Musa Jawara
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Summary by Mateo Arias

Direct From West Africa is a superb album that showcases the richness and diversity of West African music. Jawara's masterful playing and the album's seamless blend of traditional and contemporary elements make it a must-listen for fans of world music.

Comments

I was introduced to this by the "Afropop" radio program by Georges (I won't try to misspell his last name) on a non-commercial station in Ottawa. Thanks to all souls involved.
Just coming here first time. I’m a balafon student and have just been exploring Mande music. I love balafon and kora together. Ngoni too. And the voices!!! Wow!
I’ve loved this for decades.
the highest rated mande music album of all time at @t
"This, his self titled debut solo record is a remarkable slice of Mande Folk and Belafon, Kora playing Nd is considered an important release for West Africa. The record is made up of four tracks (two per side) that travel along in a methodical rhythm. From start to finish Diawara displays such a high and mature understanding of these complex instruments while celebrating the traditional sounds and stories of his culture. There is a magical joyousness and celebration in these songs that sound like a call and response between Diawara and a chorus of singers that sing high in the background in affirmation." @t
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Beautiful!
Djeli Moussa Diawara - Yekeke
Excellent music. RIP ton ton Danjuma
πολύ καλό!!!
greetings from Russia! I like the sound of Yekeke song so much! And it is so interesting. what`s the lyrics!? What`s the meaning!?
I was there! They blew me away. The Third eye Centre Glasgow, 30 years ago. Astounding!! What a sound...Soooooo good to find this. Many thanks
Oh! I stood and danced and swayed in front of you here in Glasgow, Scotland many years ago. Almost 30years ago?? You blew us away and i still love your sound. I shall never forget that night. U are a STAR, Stay Bright! Thankyou
hahaha i have just read the comments below..It was 30 years ago!! :) Very many thanks again.