African Blues

This week we're traveling from Africa to North America and back, following the roots of the blues. The blues was born in the American south, inspired by the traditional music that West African slaves brought with them across the Atlantic. Next, the style moved north, reaching Chicago and St. Louis, where it took on a more electric, danceable edge. Episode 20.05 Airtime: January 27-February 2, 2020 Featuring: 1. Afrissippi - Ngol Jimoi 2. Toumast - Ikalane Walegh 3. Souad Massi - Inspiration (Illham) 4. Balla Tounkara - Toungamagni (Adventure) 5. Ramata Diakite with Charlie Musselwhite - Maba 6. Amar Sundy - Ouallache 7. Baba Djan - Sabari 8. Laye Sow - Kayba 9. Amadou et Mariam - Mon Amour, Mon Cherie 10. Orchestra Baobab - Dee Moo Woor 11. Daby Balde - Waino Blues 12. Tinariwen - Amassakoul ‘N’ Tenere