Name: Oumou
Brand: Oumou Sangare

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WCCT67.2

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Limited edition

Release date

2017-08-22

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Sales:8.875

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76923300672

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1 / CD / Extended format: No / Rough Trade Exclusive: No / Signed copies: No

Artist

Oumou Sangare

Genre US

African

Label US

World Circuit

Oumou Sangaré is a Malian wassoulou musician born on 2 February 1968 in Bamako. Known for her powerful vocals and captivating stage presence, Sangaré has become an influential figure in the world of African music. Her music draws inspiration from traditional hunting songs and is accompanied by the rhythmic sounds of a calabash. With themes centered around love and marriage, particularly emphasizing freedom of choice in marriage, Sangaré's Moussolou album achieved unprecedented success in West Africa.
Through her soulful melodies and thought-provoking lyrics, *Oumou Sangaré* has captured the hearts of audiences worldwide. Her unique blend of traditional African rhythms with contemporary influences has earned her critical acclaim and numerous accolades throughout her career.
As one listens to *Oumou Sangaré*'s mesmerizing performances, it becomes evident that she possesses not only immense talent but also a deep understanding of the cultural heritage from which her music originates. With each song she sings, Sangaré effortlessly transports listeners to the vibrant landscapes of Mali while simultaneously addressing important social issues through her poetic storytelling.

A compilation that flows nicely with informative liner notes outline the origins of Wassoulou as well as <a href="http://www.allmusic.com/artist/sangare-mn0000493412">Sangare</a>'s history, and <a href="http://www.allmusic.com/artist/oumou-mn0000493412">Oumou</a> herself provides track-by-track commentary. This is a great package of amazing music from one of Mali's most important artists. Her basic sound is rooted in Wassoulou, a modernized version of an ancient hunters' musical tradition, which featured the kamalengoni, a six-stringed African harp. <a href="http://www.allmusic.com/artist/sangare-mn0000493412">Sangare</a> blended that with violin, electric guitar, bass, and her powerful, passionate lyrics, taking Mali by storm in the early '90s.

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