Sunday

Mainstage

ABOUBAKAR TRAORÉ & BALIMA

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Born in Bobo-Dioulasso, Aboubakar Traoré is a virtuoso of the kamélé n’goni and a singer of exceptional talent. With his music, he gives a fresh interpretation to the rich heritage of the Mandingue griots. He not only pays tribute to the ancestors who shaped the history of Burkina Faso and Africa, but also speaks openly about the challenges his people face every day. Together with his band Balima, he breathes new life into the traditional music of his native country, which brings a smile to the faces of his audience time and time again. Their new album SABABU is a powerful ode to the search for opportunities that shape our lives. The album encourages us to recognize and seize the infinite possibilities that come our way, leading us to unknown horizons. SABABU is a captivating mix of hypnotic rhythms and deep ballads, in which age-old traditions effortlessly merge with modern sounds. In his passionate lyrics, Aboubakar Traoré touches on universal themes such as injustice, love, heritage and the search for freedom. He denounces the exploitation of African resources and the domination in political and economic spheres, while celebrating the resilience of African peoples and the richness of their traditions.