Name: Amen
Brand: Salif Keita

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Bonus disc: No

Catalogue number

MAN539910

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Format Music US

Limited edition

Release date

2019-04-12

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Supplier US

Tax rate US

Sales:8.875

UPC / Barcode

016253991026

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

Artist

Salif Keita

Genre US

African

Label US

Mango

Salif Keita is an internationally recognized Afro-Pop singer and songwriter from Mali. Known as the Golden Voice of Africa, he stands out not only for his exceptional talent but also because he is an albino and a direct descendant of Sundiata Keita, the founder of the Mali Empire.
Born on August 25, 1949, Salif Keita has made a significant impact on the music industry with his unique voice and captivating performances. His powerful vocals combined with his heartfelt lyrics have earned him a devoted fan base around the world.
With a career spanning several decades, Salif Keita has released numerous albums that showcase his versatility as an artist. He seamlessly blends traditional African rhythms with modern influences to create a sound that is both timeless and contemporary.

An early-'90s album from the great Salif Keita. This one pulls out all the stops to appeal to a Western audience at some level. Keita's vocals are, as always, outstanding. On top of this, though, a slew of performers make appearances and/or help out on production. Former bandmate Kante Manfila provides the primary guitar work for the album and master keyboardist Joe Zawinul both plays keyboards throughout and provides the production work. Also, balafon master Keletegui Diabate provides some outstanding work where needed. To top this, both Carlos Santana and Wayne Shorter make appearances on their respective instruments within the structure of the album. As would be expected, then, the album sounds wonderful. Zawinul's production shies away from being overly glossy, but has enough doctoring to blend the sounds together in just the right way. As far as Keita albums are concerned, this is one of the best, and as far as Afro-pop is concerned, this is also one of the best. Anyone looking to break into Afro-pop should pick this album up, as it combines the work of a true vocal master with the work of a number of musicians (Western and African) of the highest caliber to create a seamless work on the whole

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