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Songhoy Blues "Optimisme" LP (Gold Vinyl)

Songhoy Blues "Optimisme" LP (Gold Vinyl)

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Songhoy Blues works off the experiences of the band members, four refugees from Northern Mali, to address systemic issues affecting colonized peoples the world over. Perhaps surprisingly for a Blues album, the heavy content of Optimisme is presented with unquenchable energy and joy.

On “Badala” and “Gabi,” the band pleads for the empowerment of women and the end of misogyny. “Worry” reminds both the young and the old that positivity and persistence are the best tools to fight our struggles. The warriors who have struggled for the betterment of their communities are praised on "Assada." On “Dournia,” the lyrics lament the lack of compassion and empathy between humans in an age of increasing materialism and selfishness. “Bon Bon” warns of being fooled by shiny promises. “Barre” asks the youth to get involved at home for change. Those who seek to divide social movements are admonished in “Fey Fey.” Each time Songhoy Blues steps to the mic on Optimisme the band confronts, consoles, praises, thanks, and encourages the listener toward the next world.

Tracklist:

A1        Badala
A2        Assadja
A3        Fey Fey
A4        Gabi
A5        Barre
A6        Pour Toi
B1        Bon Bon
B2        Worry
B3        Korfo
B4        Dournia
B5        Kouma

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