Diabel Cissokho
Diabel Cissokho at Green Note, London
About the show
Senegalese sensation Diabel Cissokho is a visionary creative pushing the boundaries of the Senegalese sound with his unique Afro Mandingue Blues style. A descendant of the great Cissokho griots, Diabel’s musical pedigree is exceptional.
Leading the charge as an ambassador for the new generation of Senegalese music, with his “resonant voice and rocking kora style” (Songlines), Diabel brings his unique Afro Mandingue Blues style, transcendent Mandinkan melodies, and raucous Senegalese rhythms to the world!
Featuring - Diabel Cissokho
Diabel Cissokho is a renowned musician from Senegal, West Africa. His work draws on his rich heritage of traditional music, fusing it with influences of blues, afro-beat and more. With his skilled young band, Diabel's skills on the kora, vocals, guitar and ngoni cross cultural barriers and engage audiences of all ages and genders. His music is infectious and powerful, uplifting and accessible.