Post by bambammusicstore on Mar 8, 2006 10:14:24 GMT 1
He did not make reggae but had fans beyond all music boundaries.
PRESS RELEASE:
"We are deeply saddened to announce that the legendary Malian musician Ali Farka Touré passed away in his sleep at home in Mali on March 7th 2006, he had bone cancer.
Ali Farka Touré was a true original. An exceptional guitarist, he transposed the traditional music of his native north Mali and single-handedly brought the style known as desert blues to an international audience. Last month he won his second GRAMMY award for the album ‘In the Heart of the Moon’ with Toumani Diabaté, and work had just been completed on his new solo album.
Ali saw his main role in life as that of a farmer and for a large part of his life he dedicated his time and resources to better the agricultural and social situation in Niafunké, his home village in the semi-desert region in northern Mali, Ali’s tireless work was officially recognised when he was appointed mayor of the region in 2004.
Ali Farka Touré was a giant of African music and will be missed by fans throughout the world."
PRESS RELEASE:
"We are deeply saddened to announce that the legendary Malian musician Ali Farka Touré passed away in his sleep at home in Mali on March 7th 2006, he had bone cancer.
Ali Farka Touré was a true original. An exceptional guitarist, he transposed the traditional music of his native north Mali and single-handedly brought the style known as desert blues to an international audience. Last month he won his second GRAMMY award for the album ‘In the Heart of the Moon’ with Toumani Diabaté, and work had just been completed on his new solo album.
Ali saw his main role in life as that of a farmer and for a large part of his life he dedicated his time and resources to better the agricultural and social situation in Niafunké, his home village in the semi-desert region in northern Mali, Ali’s tireless work was officially recognised when he was appointed mayor of the region in 2004.
Ali Farka Touré was a giant of African music and will be missed by fans throughout the world."
