Fatoumatta: This sentimental poem is a tribute to Jimmy Mbaye’s exceptional talent and passion, which profoundly impacted music lovers, particularly those who enjoyed Super Etoile. It is wonderful to see how his music and spirit inspired many of us. His legacy will continue to live on through the memories and […]
In Memoriam: Kora Maestro Jali Tata Dinding Jobarteh. Three years on, we still remember you. May Allah continue to grant you Aljannah Firdausi, where you play the kora for the angels. Immortals never die. As Rabindranath Tagore said, “Death is not extinguishing the light; it is merely putting out the […]
The queen of the Jolof Band Vivian Chidid has reacted to allegations made against her of being a ‘Lesbian’ in a leaked audio that went viral on social media recently. The Senegalese queen of Mbalax, international music icon Vivian Chidid and Amina Poté, a Tv presenter were accused by Samba […]
19 January 2023 King of Kora Jaliba Kuyateh received an honorary fellowship from Goldsmiths, University of London at a graduation ceremony today. Jaliba Kuyateh’s award was in recognition of his work using music to improve perinatal mental health. He is the only Gambian appointed a UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador for his […]