The Touré-Raichel Collective is a groundbreaking musical collaboration between Malian guitar virtuoso Vieux Farka Touré and Israeli pianist and composer Idan Raichel. Formed in 2012, their music is characterized by soulful improvisations, evocative melodies, and an intimate interplay between Touré’s earthy desert blues guitar and Raichel’s lyrical piano. Their debut album, The Tel Aviv Session on Cumbancha, garnered widespread acclaim for its spontaneity and emotional depth. Supported by talented collaborators, their live performances showcase a unique synergy that transcends cultural, religious and linguistic boundaries. The Touré-Raichel Collective stands as a testament to the unifying power of music, bridging cultures and traditions with grace and creativity.
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“Diaraby,” from The Touré-Raichel’s second album The Paris Session, is a rendition of one of the best-known songs by African guitar legend Ali Farka Touré, Vieux’s father. “What is wrong my love? It is you I love / Your mother has told you not to marry me / Because I have nothing, but I love you / Do not be angry, do not cry / Do not be sad because of love.”
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