Ba Power is a dynamic celebration of Malian music, featuring the virtuosic ngoni playing of Bassekou Kouyate and the electrifying energy of his band, Ngoni Ba. Recorded in Bamako, Mali, and mixed in Ljubljana, Slovenia, this 2015 album showcases the innovative blend of traditional West African rhythms with bold modern influences, highlighted by Kouyate’s inventive use of effects and commanding performances from vocalist Amy Sacko.
The album stands out for its driving percussion, bluesy undertones, and memorable melodies—from the powerful opener “Siran Fen” to the intense “Waati.” Hailed as one of the top releases in the band’s discography, Ba Power captures the evolution of the ngoni and the creative vitality at the heart of Mali’s contemporary music scene.
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- Format: Vinyl
- Label: Glitterbeat
- Genre: Folk, World, & Country
- Release Date: 04/24/2015
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TRACKS
A1. Siran Fen = Beware
A2. Musow Fanga = Power Of Women
A3. Abé Sumaya = It Will Die Out
A4. Ayé Sira Bla = Make Way
B5. Borongoli Ma Kununban = Borongoli Sleeps
B6. Waati = Time
B7. Fama Magni = The Pain Of Separation
B8. Te Duniya Laban = Not Forever
B9. Bassekouni
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