http://mondomixmusic.com<img src='http://files.mondomixmusic.com/images/95010/afriki.jpg'>After a six year absence from the recording studio, the Malaian guitarist Habib Koite and his band Bamada return with a stunning new album.<br /><br />Afriki emphasizes a tight acoustic sound, showcasing some little-heard traditional instruments such as polyphonic hunter's horns, alongside 'balafon' among others. <br /><br />Called Mali's biggest pop star by Rolling Stone, his fans are more than happy he is back!Thu, 28 Aug 2008 15:40:34 -0500http://habibkoite.mondomixmusic.com/#album_95010