Name: Ali and Toumani
Brand: Ali Farka Toure

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0769233008312

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Limited edition

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2010-05-03

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Warner Music Group

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Ali Farka Toure

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African

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World Circuit

British label specializing in Cuban & West African music, founded and led by [a356497].

Label Code: LC 2339 / LC 02339

In the mid 1990's World Circuit releases were distributed by [info provided for reference only]:
Australia - Larrikin Entertainment
Austria - Lotus Records
Denmark - Moskito Music
France - Night And Day
Germany - East West / Talent Independant Service
Greece - Libra Music Ltd.
Italy - I.R.D.
The Netherlands - Music Records B.V.
New Zealand - Elite Imports Ltd.
Norway - Musikkdistribusjon AS
Spain - Arpa Folk Distribucion, S.L.
Sweden - MNW I.L.R.
Switzerland - Recrec Genossenschaft
UK - New Note Distribution

Ali Farka Touré, born in 1939 in Kanau, Mali, was a renowned Malian guitarist and the leading figure of Mali blues. He gained international recognition for his collaborations with Ry Cooder, winning two Grammy awards for their album Talking Timbuktu. Touré's musical genius extended to his 2005 release Heart Of The Moon, featuring the talented kora player Toumani Diabaté. Not only a musician but also a peacemaker, he played a vital role in resolving the Touareg rebellions of the mid-90s. After battling illness for an extended period, Touré passed away in March 2006, leaving behind a widow and eleven children.

Touré's unique style and mastery of the guitar captivated audiences worldwide. His music beautifully blended traditional Malian melodies with elements of American blues and folk music. With his soulful voice and intricate guitar playing, he created a sound that resonated deeply with listeners.

As Mayor of Niafunké in Northern Mali, on the outskirts of the Sahara desert, Touré remained connected to his roots throughout his career. His contributions to both music and society solidified him as one of Africa's most influential artists.

Double 180 gram vinyl housed in a gatefold sleeve with two bonus tracks. Ali and Toumani is the second and final album pairing the late Malian guitar virtuoso Ali Farka Toure and kora master Toumani Diabate. Recorded over three afternoons at London's Livingston studios in 2005, with contributions from the late Orlando 'Cachaito' Lopez (Buena Vista Social Club) on bass. Ali and Toumani is the follow-up to the duo's Grammy award-winning 'In The Heart of the Moon'. This album was produced by Nick Gold and recorded by Jerry Boys, the same production team behind the collaboration's first effort. It is the also the last album recorded by Ali Farka Toure, who passed away on March 7, 2006. The duo's new release presents their usual playfulness, effervescence, and mastery in further exploration of songs reaching back into both musicians' pasts. 'It wasn't about covering old songs just because there weren't any new ones, no not at all,' said Diabate, continuing: 'it was about revealing all the different possibilities once again... i believe this album to be stronger and wiser, better than 'In The Heart of the Moon.' simultaneously reverent and informal, this album brings together the divergent folk and classical traditions from northern and southern mali, creating a loving homage to the west african nation that is thoroughly appropriate for the late tour's last recording. in the words of diabat, 'what we are doing is very important because we are both, above all, malians. it's about love, sincerity, [and] solidarity.'

Ali and Toumani

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