DISCOGRAPHY(Titles Produced by Evan Reeves) Kambeng [2002: Boulder, CO] My Family [2005: Senegal; Boulder, CO] The Upshot [2008: Greeley, CO]
BIO Boubacar Diébaté, a West African (Senegal) Griot, is an oral historian whose music is the tool to communicate and preserve his culture. He is a master player of the kora and the drums, as well as a celebrated songwriter. As an engaging performer and gifted recording artist, Diébaté continues to attract the attention of world-class musicians, and music industry professionals.
REVIEWS
There is an unmistakable familial, handed-down feel to the music. Boubacar’s lead vocals are equal parts balladeer and muezzin and the melodies have the right mix of hypnotic repetition and unhinged lilt. Not a lot of sugar coating as far as productions goes, and none needed. The music is naturally sweet, showcasing Diébaté’s expertise in bringing the kora back to its roots. -Tom Orr, Worldmusicportal.com
Boubacar Diébaté’s music is an exciting crush of Western and African musical influences, slammed together in a beautiful mush. The end result is wild and unpredictable, a clash of culture which is more than memorable. Absolutely brilliant. -Mish Mash Music Reviews
The music that is generated is rhythmic, folky and beautiful. A powerful and captivating sound. -Robbie Oyugi, Ujama News
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There is currently a search for two types of bands for record label consideration.
*** Note: PLEASE IDENTIFY IF YOU ARE IN GROUP 1 OR 2 IN THE SUBJECT LINE OF YOUR RESPONSE. Emails are being reviewed by different representatives.
1. A Pop/Rock/Commercial band with female lead. Band must consist of 2 guitars (Prefer both guitar players to be of lead caliber. However, one lead and one rhythm is acceptable), keyboard/piano, bass, and drums. Lead vocal, followed by backing vocals, in that order, is a plus as it relates to other members of the group. Average age of the band cannot exceed 28 years of age.
* Group must have an outstanding lead vocalist. ** Musicianship throughout the entire band must be very strong. *** Group cannot currently be under any contract of any type that is related to the music industry.
2. A Modern Rock band with male lead. Must be a complete band but there are no prerequisites as it relates to the make up of the band. Average age of the band cannot exceed 23 years of age.
* Group must have an outstanding lead vocalist. ** Musicianship throughout the entire band must be very strong. *** Group cannot currently be under any contract of any type that is related to the music industry.
XXX - If you meet the minimum qualifications as described above. Email a link for your MySpace Page and if applicable, a link for your website to: recordingartistsearch@gmail.com
Only send one email with your links. Due to the volume of responses normally received for these types of opportunities. After review of your material, you will only be contacted if there is an interest in attending one of your shows by a label representative. As such please to not send any follow up emails regarding selections. If you were not contacted back, there was not an interest.
After you've finished here, you may like to hear this poem sung on myspace...
Poem 162 of 230, WalkaboutsVerse (please see my blog): TEES TO TYNE: FIRST IMPRESSIONS - SUMMER 2001
Where traditions are not so rare; Sea, country and works scent the air; A multitude of monuments, Planted tubs and patterned pavements.
The longish pedestrian malls; The remnants of defensive walls; Historic buildings are a gauge Of the respect for heritage.
Wheat, rape and pines in the fields; Estuaries guarded by shields; Long sandy beaches and wide scenes; Romantic-ruin go-betweens.
Rivers in parts licked by trees, Or fringed by boat clubs, wharfs, gantries, And crossed by practical delights - Varied spans, forming pleasing sights.
Fine churches headed at Durham; Football kits ad infinitum; Kept castles - one for study; Masonry behind masonry.
And, with moulding-works out that way, It’s somewhere for a longer stay..?
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