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Simply brilliant. Two different energy forms (post-rock and ritual drumming) fused into one. The Lo-Fi vocals are mysterious and essential — and the drumming is mesmeric. Best genuinely new discovery for me in a while.
Favorite track: Ngor Diouf Né Du Wallé.
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Ndox Electrique results from the collaboration between François R. Cambuzat, Gianna Greco (also known for their work with Ifriqiyya Electrique), and the n'doëp community in Senegal. The project originated from the duo's quest to trace the origins of North African rituals, which led them to the Lebu community in Cap-Vert, an isolated region at Africa's westernmost point.
The album seamlessly blends the duo's electronically-infused avant-rock with the intense, ritualistic vocal chants and rhythmic percussion of the n'doëp ceremony. It serves as a captivating bridge between these two musical worlds, capturing the essence of this cross-cultural collaboration.
The text also highlights the challenges of merging Western rock and experimental influences with the sensibilities of their Senegalese collaborators, ultimately resulting in a unique and powerful musical experience. "Ndox Electrique" transcends cultural boundaries, immersing listeners in the enchanting sounds and mystical narratives of Western Africa.
Choir of the “Fanal de la langue de Barbarie” :
Rokhaya Mbaye
Gamou Dieng
Fatou Aladji Mbaye
Ousmane Ba : Fulani flute tambing.
Abdoulaye Ndiaye “Pape Laye” : n’döepkat & spiritual guidance, master healer and guardian of the temple of Rufisque.
Photos : Massow Ka & Renaud de Foville.
Cover : David Mamie
Recorded by Moussa Niang, François R. Cambuzat & Gianna Greco at Institut français de Saint-Louis du Sénégal.
Mixed by François R. Cambuzat on the banks of the Senegal river.
Mastering : Gregor Zemljic, Ljubljana, SLO
Video editing : Carlo Mazzotta, Copertino, I
Ethics & politics guidance : Victor Faye
Sound engineer : Moussa Niang
Opening of the doors of N’döep : Adama Samba Diop
Fonio, niébé, ceebu jën and a thousand others : Maryème Soda, Chez Dasso, Ndar
Special thanks to Marc Monsallier. Charm, love, respect & modern spirituality.
Gianna Greco & François R. Cambuzat play on electric travel basses & guitars specially built for far-away journeys by Mattia Maglio.
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I love these women. the voices mesh together perfectly; also the world music is exceptional. I have all of their albums and they're all excellent. Give them a listen. Steve Lake
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