Habib Koite
Author
Publisher
Stony Plain
Pub. Date
2012
Language
English
Description
The musical merger of Habib Koite and Eric Bibb brings together two soulful histories into a never-before heard guitar sound that is passionate and ebullient. Growing up in West Africa, Koite is heir to an ancestral knowledge that places him among the most influential voices of contemporary Africa, while Bibb's lineage in the traditional blues sound has produced an earthy mix of folk and gospel dating back to the work songs of the deep south.
2) Soo
Author
Publisher
Contre-Jour
Pub. Date
2014
Language
English
Description
Malian superstar Habib Koite's album Soo (which translates as 'home') was recorded in his own home studio. Koite's choice of venue gradually became the foundation for the album's theme. Soo reunites both friends and countrymen and explores new musical territory with both joy and reflection. The album's cast of musicians includes guest appearances by Toumani Diabate and Bassekou Kouyate and features Koite playing banjo on several tracks.
7) Ridin'
Publisher
Stony Plain Records
Pub. Date
[2023]
Language
English
Description
"The follow-up to his multiple award-winning, critically acclaimed 2021 album, Dear America is a continuation of the vision that informs Bibb's artistry as a modern-day Blues troubadour. Grounded in the folk and blues tradition with contemporary sensibilities, Bibb's music continues to reflect his thoughts on current world events and his own lived experiences, whilst remaining entertaining, uplifting, inspirational and relevant. A two-time Grammy...