Oumou Sangaré
Oumou Sangare ( born February 25, 1968 in Bamako, Mali ) is a Malian musician Wassoulou.
The musical style Wassoulou derived from traditional hunting songs; the music is accompanied by a Calabash. Many of Sangares songs concern love and marriage, especially freedom of choice in relationships.
Their album " Moussoulou " was an unprecedented success in West Africa. In 1995 they toured together with Baaba Maal, Femi Kuti and Boukman Eksperyans.
Awards
- 2003: Tamani d'or