Tamala (“travellers”) unites Senegalese musicians Mola Sylla (vocals, xalam, kalimba) and Bao Sissoko (kora) with Belgian violinist Wouter Vandenabeele, resulting in an album that stands out among Euro‑African collaborations for its genuinely enchanting sound. Mola Sylla’s poetic lyrics touch on themes such as drifting with the gentle flow of a river (“Salubrité”), the bond between mother and child (“Kure Ndey”), and the dizzying pull of love (“Xafamaia”), yet the heart of the album lies in the meditative interplay between the three musicians. A highlight is the instrumental “Ceppe,” dedicated to ASSAPE/CEPPE, a Senegalese organisation offering training to street children in Dakar, for whom the trio proudly serve as ambassadors. A true gem of a recording.

Track Listing

1. Salubrité    
2. Kure Ndey    
3. Fodé
4. Ceppe    
5. Zanzibar (Tribute To Bi Kidude)    
6. Géej Dju Malika    
7. Nder
8. Mansour    
9. Kongoman    
10. Xafamaya    
11. Ayo Nene    
12. Poulo