Banjul-London by Jally Kebba Susso

Forging a new trajectory of sound for the West African harp, Jally Kebba skilfully blends the traditional repertoire into his own heady-jazz concoction that is immediately accessible and uplifting and yet filled with nuances and intoxicating rhythmical layers that give the music depth and intrigue.

Banjul-London is a collection of original compositions recorded in Jally Kebba's homeland of Gambia and his home of choice, London. It is the musical result of ten years exploration on the London underground scene, expanding the boundaries of the griot kora tradition with band Manding Sabu. Songs are sung in Mandika and reflect on ways we can recentre ourselves in love and peace. A timely call for togetherness and solidarity.

Jally Kebba Susso - electric and acoustic kora, lead and backing vocals
Sambou Suso - lead and backing vocals
Kyazi Lugangira - acoustic guitar, backing vocals
Jon Speedy - lead and acoustic guitar
Yuval Juba Weitzler - drums
Mamadou Sarr - percussion
Matteo Grassi - double bass, electric bass
Wayne Francis - saxophone
Aaron Thompson - trombone
Niles ‘Asheber’ Hailstones - trumpet
Ray Carless - saxophone
Dan Waldman - solo guitar

Tracklist

1.	Rastaman	4:07

2.	Cilong Sissa	4:17

3.	Gambiala	4:53

4.	Nina Tolla	5:54

5.	Ajama	3:14

6.	Bading	6:20

7.	Dinna	5:51

8.	Molu	6:02

9.	Barra	3:24

10.	Kanakumbo	4:32

Credits

released February 24, 2017

All songs written and produced by Jally Kebba Susso
Recorded by Davide Salvietti at Hicaz Studio / Matteo Grassi / TJ Studios, Gambia / Fossil Studios / Niles ‘Asheber’ Hailstones
Mixed by Raz Olsher, Fossil Studios
Mastered by Bob Macciochi, SC Mastering
Photos by Almond Visuals
Graphic Design by Paolo Forcellati

Booking: info@jallykebbasusso.com

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