NAHAWA DOUMBIA - La Grande Cantatrice Malienne Vol. 1 LP Books Sounds are sanded away

Sounds are sanded away

In Prism is the best Polvo record even before you get to the majestic "A Link in the Chain

His guitar: hard edges hidden in gray shadow

to create an album that reflects the energy of their live performances

Stillman's composition & recording techniques rely heavily on improvisation

NAHAWA DOUMBIA - La Grande Cantatrice Malienne Vol. 1 LP Books Sounds are sanded awayNahawa Doumbia is one of Mali's defining vocalists of the last four decades. Her work journeys through progressive stages of musical evolution and sonic vogues, making it hard to summarize or even comprehend. She's played a part in popular music since the late 70s, as her version of Wassoulou music developed from vocals and guitar duo into full scale touring bands packing a bombastic, electrified punch. As Doumbia puts it, "My music has changed