African Artists
The Most Famous Music
Talents
From Across Africa
This growing list of famous African artists, singers, drummers and
musicians will
help you find great music that you'll enjoy. Follow the links for
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(Senegal)
The American R&B star with Senegalese roots is hugely popular
not only in the West, but in African cities and even rural
villages.
(Mali)
The blind couple mixes traditional Mali music with acoustic
guitar, Egyptian, Cuban or Eastern sounds and even rock or electro.
(Senegal)
Baaba is one of (if not
the) greatest artists in Senegal. Through his music, he educates his people and enchants us Westerners.

(Guinea)
Traditional kora music interpreted by this group of young,
modern
artists. Very African, but easy to appreciate for us Westerners.

(Congo)
When French hip hop artists honor their African roots, the result
is an urban exotic, upbeat sound, that sparks of positive vibes.

(Guinea)
This is authentic African djembe and dun dun drumming, performed and
taught by a master, a traditional "djembefola".

(Ivory Coast)
The temperament, energy, creativity, mystery and grace of the whole
continent is injected into this amazing singer and dancer.

(Congo Kinshasa)
Koffi's highly danceable and sensual tcha-tcho music (a sub-form of
soukous) is the perfect choice for a hot summer party night.

(South Africa)
This all-male a cappella choir is legendary: Calm and gentle voices,
stunning dance moves and a message of peace, love and harmony.

(South Africa)
Lucky has taken African reggae music to another level with sensible,
intelligent songs and his unique, melodious voice.
(South Africa)
Legendary Mama Africa brought African music to the West. African
classics, jazz and traditional songs in the Xhosa "click" language.

(Ghana)
This Master Drummer and father of kpanlogo music represents the wealth
and wisdom of traditional Ghanaian drumming and healing.

(Mali)
"The golden voice of Africa" is one of the greatest talents the
continent ever produced. His voice and beats are unforgettable.

(South Africa)
The greatest talents of Soweto will touch your soul and lift your
spirit with their stirring, awakening African gospel songs.

(Senegal)
One of the world's greatest singers and father of mbalax: Griot praise
singing and traditional sabar beats with world class format.
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