Bio

About MAMADOU: At its roots, MAMADOU’s unique sound originates from the coast of West Africa. Traveling across time, space, and continents, the band fuses traditional African rhythms with European and American influences, generating an eclectic blend of exotic rhythms and powerful percussions jams that get your feet dancing and set your spirit soaring. The band performs original music based on authentic West African rhythms and arrangements, composed by Mamadou Diop of Dakar, Senegal, who takes these fundamental African rhythms and layers them throughout his music. He has over 30 years of experience at the highest levels of music performance, having toured and performed internationally with the likes of Thione Seck, Baaba Maal, Orchestra Baobab, and many other notable West African ensembles. As an accomplished rhythm guitarist, sabar drummer, singer, and songwriter, Mamadou Diop formed the MAMADOU band to channel his own creative energies. At the heart of MAMADOU music is the drum. Powerful are the polyrhythms of Senegal, making a connection with the soul of each listener. Each musician commands separate, offset rhythms, making this music among the most danceable around. Sung in many languages including Wolof (of Senegal), French, and English, the songs speak of the importance of love, friendship, and spirit; all in a manner that transcends language and cultural barriers. MAMADOU has been enthusiastically received by club and festival audiences who welcome the opportunity to experience their joyful combination of musical genres. Although emerging from the coast of Massachusetts, the MAMADOU world fusion band is setting a precedent for taking its audience on a musical journey. The MAMADOU band invites you to embark on the next adventure and experience the exhilarating waves of music during a live performance. *** For full performance schedule see Tour Date Calendar online at [link="http://www.mamadou.com/calendar"] mamadou.com *** For additional information about MAMADOU, visit [link="http://www.mamadou.com/"] mamadou.com and check out myspace links and more- http://www.myspace.com/promotermamadouband http://www.myspace.com/jolole http://www.myspace.com/sabardrumming http://www.youtube.com/profile?user=mamadouband