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Jimi Mbaye

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Styles: Mbalax

Biography: A member of Youssou N'Dour's Super Etoile Band since 1979, Jimi Mbaye (born Mamadou Mbaye) is one of Senegal's most influential guitarists. Often compared to Jimi Hendrix and Robert Johnson, Mbaye has forged a unique blend of traditional Senegalese roots music and American pop and R&B. Recording a solo ...Read full biography

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Dakar Heart

Released: 1997

Label: Shanachie Entertainment Corp.

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This solo debut from Youssou N'Dour's lead guitarist is filled with all the bounce and beauty associated with mbalax, a unique hybrid of Senegalese pop. Indeed, the first track, "Youssour Madjiguene," ...Read full review

Yaye Digalma

Released: 2005

Label: CD Baby

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