The classic Grammy Award-winning album mastered from the original analog tapes
The Absolute Sound Super Disc List
TAS Harry Pearson Super LP List
Includes previously unreleased bonus track;
TAS Super LP List! Special Merit: Informal
Grammy Award-Winning Classic Album
When Ali met Ry Cooder in 1992 they really bonded and Ali later presented him with the first instrument he made, a one-string lute called a djerkal. Recorded in just three days in LA in 1993, the resulting collaboration Talking Timbuktu well deserved its Grammy Award. Relaxed and accessible, the music is complimented by Ry's subtle guitar work and sensitive production while retaining the integrity of Ali's performance.
"Guitarist Ali Farka Touré has repeatedly bridged the gap between traditional African and contemporary American vernacular music, and this release continues that tradition.
Side 1
1. Bonde
2. Soukora
3. Gomni
4. Sega
Side 2
5. Amandrai
6. Lasidan
7. Keito
Side 3
8. Banga
9. Ai Du
10. Diaraby
Side 4
11. Lasidan (alternate take)