First impressions after hearing Joe Driscoll & Sekou Kouyate were excitement and the instant thought that they could be a potential favourite in the future. Having seen them on 15th March in Newcastle, the initial high expectations were very well placed upon them as they performed brilliantly and produced one of the best atmospheres in an intimate venue I’d seen for a long time. They have real spirit and true talent, creating only quality, uplifting sounds. Elements of reggae, folk, rock, afro-beat, hip-hop and more are combined to make beautifully different music. The pair compliment each other extensively, distinct vocals from both in English and French, Joe often rapping his meaningful lyrics whilst strumming the guitar. Sekou adds the rare, quality sound of the kora, an African harp instrument, and he is referred to as the “Jimi Hendrix of the kora” due to his amazing skill and effects he uses. Their new album and title track ‘FAYA’ was explained by Joe as descriptive of the fire shared, back and forth, between them and the audience during their performances (first track above). The next tracks are also featured on the album; ‘Passport’ and it’s official video, and ‘Wonamati’ & ‘Zion’ both in live sessions above. These are followed by ‘New York’, Joe’s very own ‘Mixtape Champs’ and a promotional video for Sekou’s Sekou Kouyate Experience (click for more). Go to joeandsekou.com for info and free track downloads. Click below for FAYA, and Joe’s previous solo albums Mixtape Champs & Origin Myths.
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Loved this! Thanks for sharing.