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Rooted in the West African griot tradition and expanded by electric guitar, gospel, and jazz influences, Diali Cissokho & Kaira Ba fuse centuries of storytelling with contemporary sound. Centered on the kora, their music travels from the village square to international stages, earning praise from Afropop Worldwide, the Financial Times, Songlines, and Noisey/Vice. The duo’s collaborative spirit and intricate arrangements invite listeners to experience a living, breathing tradition.