Samba Touré’s last album Albala packed an inspired punch of rebellious fury as turmoil in Mali was at a peak.Two years later, and with ongoing uncertainty in the north African country, Samba is still ...

His powerful desert blues is cut from the same cloth as his mentor Ali Farka Touré, whom Samba toured with in the late 90s, having previously cut his teeth with the group Farafina Lolo (African Star).

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“The most prominent of Ali Farka Touré’s musical heirs” - The Wire The legendary Malian desert blues artist Samba Touré, has returned with a new album Baarakelaw (The Workers) - the follow ...

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Malian guitarist and vocalist Samba Touré is unabashed in stating the influence of his 'master' Ali Farka Touré and has made a beautiful CD in the Master's Rootsy Northern Malian style.

The genesis of their association traces back to the 90s when Ali Farka Touré discovered the young singer while he played with Farafina Lolo, Samba’s initial group, which gained immense ...