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Zal Sissokho

Zal Sissokho

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Kora Flamenca

Kora Flamenca

Released Feb 7, 2020

Zal Sissokho’s "Kora Flamenca" bridges West African griot roots and Spanish flamenco, merging Manding rhythms with fiery guitar from Caroline Planté. This award-winning album claimed top World Music honors at both the Félix and Canadian Folk Music Awards, marking its place as a bold, timeless fusion of cultures and sound.

Playlists & Collaborations

Sunrise Kora

Sunrise Kora

A sunrise blend of gentle Kora strings and uplifting African rhythms to start your day right
Soul Hour

Soul Hour

Soul Hour is a collection of the most beautiful voices in Africa singing your environment into a serene space. The emphasis is on the voice - with minimal instrumentation. Featuring super start vocalists like Gino Sitson, Blick Bassy, Ceseria Evoria, this experience is the ultimate brain cleanser. Ideal for waking moments, countering noisy spaces like trains, mails, offices, or just before bedtime. Plug in headphones, and let your mind breathe.
Cafe House

Cafe House

A laid-back Afro-house collection for a blissful evening.
Calm the Mood

Calm the Mood

A low-tempo collection featuring artists from different parts of Africa.
Mellow Yellow

Mellow Yellow

Sweet mid-tempo African songs for a happy mood.

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From
Senegal

Journey

Zal Idrissa Sissokho, born in Senegal, stands as a linchpin of cultural artistry, melding traditional kora sounds with an international tapestry of music influences. Raised in the griot lineage from Kolda, his journey to Montreal in 1999 marked the beginning of a profound cross-continental artistic exploration. Zal swiftly integrated into the Canadian music landscape, securing scholarships from the Canadian and Quebec Arts Councils, which invigorated his collaborations with a variety of artists. His ensemble, Buntalo, exemplifies this adventurous spirit, intertwining Afro-Mandingo traditions with diverse global sounds like Brazilian rhythms, Quebecois folk, reggae, and flamenco. His discography reflects an artist constantly evolving: from 'Silaba' (2008) to 'La Palabre' (2017), his albums ponder themes of migration, social dialogue, and ancestral legacy. The 2020 collaboration on 'Kora Flamenca' with guitarist Caroline Planté highlights his innovative blend of kora and Spanish flamenco, earning both the Félix Award and Canadian Folk Music Award. Beyond musical albums, Zal's impact includes contributing to the film 'L'Autre Maison,' featured at the Montreal World Film Festival in 2013. Through music and performance, Sissokho continues to act as a dynamic conduit for cultural dialogue, sparking connections across time and medium.