(February 2022) Episode 384 is HABIB KOITÉ. Guitarist from Mali who delivers a relaxed yet powerful style, with a reserved signing voice that blends well with the rhythms. He became quite popular in West Africa and partnered with some American artists. He adapted his guitar to the pentatonic tuning of a local stringed instrument, and his playing reminds me of Robert Fripp.
Favorite album: Musa Ko
Favorite song: Massakè
Favorite collaboration album: Brothers in Bamako (with Eric Bibb)
Compared to expectations: same
Recommendation: approachable and enjoyable
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