Vieux Farka Toure
Vieux Farka Touré, born in 1981 in Niafunké, Mali, is not just known as the 'Hendrix of the Sahara,' but much more. He is the son of the legendary Ali Farka Touré and has released seven critically acclaimed albums over the past nine years. Two of these albums were collaborations with Israeli superstar Idan Raichel, and one featured special guests like Dave Matthews. With each new project, Vieux expands his musical horizons, embraces new challenges, and solidifies his reputation as a talented and innovative musician. His music reinterprets West African sounds that resonate in American blues, incorporating elements of rock and other African influences.