Name: Fenfo
Brand: Fatoumata Diawara

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3382356

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Format Music GB

Limited edition

Release date

2021-06-18

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3596973823564

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2018-05-25

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Artist

Fatoumata Diawara

Genre GB

African

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Wagram Music

Fatoumata Diawara is a talented actress, singer, and composer. Born in 1982 in Côte d'Ivoire to Malian parents, she has become a prominent figure in the music industry.
With her captivating voice and unique musical style, Fatoumata has gained international recognition for her powerful performances. She effortlessly blends traditional African sounds with contemporary influences, creating a truly mesmerizing experience for her audience.
In addition to her musical talents, Fatoumata is also known for her acting skills. She has appeared in several films and theater productions, showcasing her versatility as an artist.

Wagram Music is a French independent label and distributor, recognized as one of the top 10 independent European labels. With a diverse range of musical styles, Wagram Music covers the entire territory and all distribution channels. Founded in 1998 by Stéphan Bourdoiseau with the support of a financial partner, the label acquired assets from Arcade Music Company France to establish its presence in the industry.

As an influential player in the music market, Wagram Music has made significant contributions to promoting various genres and supporting talented artists. With their extensive catalog, they offer a wide selection of *artists* and *performers*, ensuring that music enthusiasts can find something to suit their tastes.

It's important to note that when referring to releases from Wagram Music, the code "WAG nnn" should not be entered as a catalogue number but rather as a general price code in the BAOI section. The label codes associated with Wagram Music are LC 12545 or LC 24761.

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Fatoumata Diawara established her reputation as one of the finest, most inventive female singers in Mali on the strength of her remarkable debut album, Fatou, recorded seven years ago. She has since been involved in a variety of projects, including collaborations with Cuban pianist Roberto Fonseca, and with fellow Malians Amadou and Mariam and Oumou Sangaré. And now, at last, comes her second solo album. Fenfo – which translates as “something to say” – is a classy affair that demonstrates her impressive musical range while leaving open the question of whether she has yet to substantiate her own distinctive musical identity.

The album sees her in powerful voice covering a variety of styles, surrounded by a distinguished band. On her first album, the musicians included Toumani Diabaté, and here the cast includes his kora-playing son Sidiki, along with the French star Matthieu Chedid and that remarkable cellist Vincent Ségal. Sign up for the Sleeve Notes email: music news, bold reviews and unexpected extras Read more Her voice is more soulful and expressive than on her debut, and the songs range from cool, melodic Afro-pop to the gently bluesy Mama, the stomping funk of Negue Negue, and the charming acoustic guitar and cello duet that ends the set. It may be aimed at the international crossover market, but even at its most commercial this is an album that succeeds. And the lyrics – mostly in Bambara, with the occasional burst of English – tackle everything from migration to African identity and demands to end the ban on marriages between different ethnic groups. 

Fenfo

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