BWATI KONO, by LOBI TRAORE

BWATI KONO

by LOBI TRAORE

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The Execrable Bede Another excellent release of live material by the late Lobi Traoré, which exudes the same infectious energy found on his unbelievable "Bamako Nights: Live at Bar Bozo, 1995", also available on Bandcamp, to which this album is the perfect compliment. An essential document, and an essential component of any collection, no matter your favorite genre/style of music. Favorite track: Ya Time.

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1.	Makono 06:24	buy track
2.	Banan Ni 06:50	buy track
3.	Saya 05:02	buy track
4.	Jama 03:13	buy track
5.	Mali Ba 03:57	buy track
6.	Da Yoro 06:30	buy track
7.	Bi Donga Fa Ko 05:49	buy track
8.	Maya Gasi Ka Bon 09:28	buy track
9.	Ya Time 10:05	buy track
10.	Bonus track 06:56	buy track

about

We saw Lobi Traore for the first time in one of the many dimly lit grimy night clubs of Bamako. His overdriven amp, ungrounded fuzzbox pedal and the occasional blast of feedback made for a raw electric blues soundscape distinctly African in its rhythm and phrasing. Ever since, we have wanted to capture that sound. This album was recorded live in two separate sessions. First inside the Espace Academie, a club where Lobi played regularly for about two years and the second session took place in the courtyard behind a well-known Nigerian “Hotel”.

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released June 11, 2011

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KSK Records

KSK is an independent label that is focused on recording and releasing traditional music from Mali. We strive to promote and preserve cultural traditions through their music, supporting artists by getting their music out to the world.

discography

KEME BORAMA

Feb 2014
BWATI KONO

Jun 2011
KABOKO ZANI

Nov 2006
N'GONI FOLA

Aug 2006

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