Following the success of The Original Sound of Mali compilation, we return with another explorative delve into the wonders of Malian music compiled by French writer, journalist and Grammy-nominated compiler Florent Mazzoleni and Mr Bongo's very own David Buttle. Restoring, reissuing and contextualising iconic tracks from Ousmane Kouyate & Ambassadeurs Internationaux, Rail Band, Les Messagers du Mali, Mystere Jazz de Tombouctou and many more, the second compilation in this series dives ever further into the richness of post-independence music emanating out of Mali. One in which traditional foundations and instrumentation, blended with modern musical advances and influence.
Curated and researched by French musical archivist, writer and journalist, Florent Mazzoleni and Mr Bongo's David Buttle. Available as a vinyl 2LP in gatefold sleeve with A5 booklet and as a CD version with booklet.
Released: February 2025
Cat: MRBLP278
Label: Mr Bongo
