Another West-African musician with a strong tradition in blending with latin styles is Amadou Balaké. He was born in Burkina Faso but started his career in Ghana. His break- through however came in Abidjan, Côte d'Ivoire where he worked with Aboudou Lassissi and Sacodis for years, 70's & 80's. Nowadays, Amadou is a full member[...]

On Deram, a division of Decca West Africa, this Nigerian release of Congolese music. Quite a combination, and to complete the story it's been distributed by Rogers All Stars. This volume 5 brings us 10 fabulous tracks of which we heard a couple before. It has a few crackles but still deserves some spinning, enjoy.[...]