Tzig’Art have brought together some impressive names in the African electronic scene, including Mo Laudi, Murphy Cubic, Kayrop and RMBO to remix and celebrate the sound of West Africa.
Electronic music is becoming increasingly popular across the continent, with countries like Angola (Kuduro), South Africa (Amapiano) and Nigeria producing huge amounts of electronic music. The cultural sound of Burkina Faso is brought to the forefront with this new EP.
The band, originally from Bobo-Dioulasso, have made a name for themselves with their high-octane live shows. Their charismatic vocalist Clotilde Rullaud Nacoulma is backed up by an incredible group of musicians. Guitarists Abdoulaye “Debademba” Traoré, drummer Achille Nacoulma, balafon player Seydou “Kanazoé” Diabaté, and kundé player Boubacar “Papa” Djiga combine their talents.
They’ve invited 4 producers to rework their tracks. Murphy Cubic from Zimbabwe gives Cimetre an Afro House overhaul. Meanwhile, South Africa’s Mo Laudi takes us back to Sea Lion Woman. A traditional American song which was famously covered by Nina Simone.
Kayrop from Kenya has combined the sounds of the balafon and ambient techno to create Teri Djougou. Lastly, RMBO, who is famed for working with South African band BLK JKS has taken Garibou and brought it to the dancefloors of Johannesburg.
This EP showcases how traditional West African sounds can be given new life through electronic music. Kananayé use their heritage as the perfect base for the future.
