Victor Démé

Victor Démé : discography

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Burkinan Victor Démé Releases Solo Album in Europe

After a 30-year musical career in Burkina Faso, Manding singer Victor Démé finally releases his self-titled first album in June on Harmonia Mundi. At 46, Démé has recorded a unique mosaic of folk blues melodies, intimate Manding ballads, and Latin influences, salsa and flamenco.

Written in Diula language, the song "Burkina Mousso" is a tribute to all Burkinan women "who built this country with their own hands", as sings Démé. His lyrics appeal to national solidarity ("Peuple Burkinabé"), advocate tolerance ("Djôn’maya"), and weave hymns to feminine grace ("Sabu"). The album ends with two pieces of traditional Manding music. This eponymous album presents all the rich heritage of Démé’s repertoire to t...
Source : worldmusiccentral.org | 2008-06-21 12:34:42.0

Reggae Label Makasound Plans Tours and New Releases

Paris, France -With several European tours, a new distribution agreement in England and the addition of a new artist to their roster, it’s going to be a busy year for Makasound. The label is dedicated to the discovery and development of Jamaican Reggae and has tours in the works for several of their artists including Manjul and Takana Zion, and Winston McAnuff. Makasound also struck a promising new deal with the label Harmonia Mundi as well as with singer Victor Démé.

Beginning in January of 2008, Harmonia Mundi will provide distribution in England for Makasound. Burkina Faso singer, Victor Démé, will now be licensed by Makasound in France. The 45 year-old Victor Démé has been an underground success is his home country for some time, and in 2008 he will finally release his first album. ...
Source : worldmusiccentral.org | 2007-12-24 08:54:15.0