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Hailing from the Wasoulou region of Mali and now rooted in Madison, Wisconsin, Tani Diakite fronts the Kamale N’goni-driven collective known as Tani Diakite & the Afrofunkstars. renown for his distinctive Kamale N’goni sound, resonant bluesy vocals, and a blend of Wasoulou/world music with Afro-funk energy, he creates performances that feel both ancestral and contemporary. Whether on stage in small rooms or in lively festival settings, his music invites listeners to travel from Mali to the Midwest and beyond.