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The Toure Kunda Collection

Touré Kunda, Putumayo Presents (Series)Audio CD
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  • Audio CD (March 19, 1996)
  • Original Release Date: March 19, 1996
  • Number of Discs: 1
  • Label: Putumayo World Music
  • ASIN: B000003EJN
  • Also Available in: Audio Cassette
  • Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
  • Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #94,387 in Music (See Top 100 in Music)

1. Wadini
2. Ndoungou
3. Guerrilla
4. Cira
5. Casale
6. Ke Diare
7. On Verra Quoi? Ca!
8. Fatou Yo
9. Akila
10. Okunaya

 

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4.0 out of 5 stars Triumph over tragedy, July 19, 2007
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This review is from: The Toure Kunda Collection (Audio CD)
The Senegalese Afropop supergroup Toure Kunda has staying power. They began in the '70s,successfully touring in France before West African diva Angelique Kidjo got her start there. In 1983, Amadou died onstage of a heart attack. Throughout the '80s,band members left (some joined Kaoma,becoming one hit wonders with "Lambada"),and the remaining pair-Ismael and Sixu-were in protracted legal battles with their record label. Nonetheless,Toure Kunda still remains. This collection,unfortunately out of print,is a tribute to their endurance.

The opening number,"Wadini",is a rousing tribute to a prominent Muslim in northern Senegal. "Ndoungo" is a moving prayer and an abundant harvest. "Guerrilla" is a melancholy ballad about those who died during Guinea-Bissau's war of independence. "Casale" is a standout track with its infectious blend of reggae and Afropop. It's the best reason to buy this album. "Fatou Yo" is an electrifying dance number. "Okunaya" is a call to perpetuate tradition.

While some of the songs sound similar,it's a great album,and a perfect introduction to Afropop. Though this compilation is 11 years old and out of print,it's inspiring to know that Toure Kunda is still performing live and in the studio. Despite personal tragedies and business tribulations,they've triumphed.
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Putumayo Presents: The Touré Kunda Collection is one of Touré Kunda's 31 releases.
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