Rokia Traore
Living in a house full of blues - Bamako Mali 2014 / Mali’s biggest international star, singer-songwriter Rokia Traoré effortlessly blends the traditional sounds of Mali with blues, rock, jazz and folk. One of the most inventive artists in Africa today, Traoré is remarkable not just for the range of her powerful and emotional voice but also for her stunning live performances, which range from up tempo guitar-heavy pop to haunting ballads.