AMADOU & MARIAM RETURN WITH NEW SINGLE « MOGOLU » | CRASH Magazine
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AMADOU & MARIAM RETURN WITH NEW SINGLE « MOGOLU »

By Crash Redaction

Iconic Malian duo Amadou & Mariam, known for their years of captivating international collaborations, are back with a vibrant new single titled « Mogolu. » With over 60 years between them and nearly five decades of a stellar career, Amadou & Mariam stand as golden ambassadors of Afro-pop. Their latest offering, « Mogolu, » embodies their creative joy and legendary freshness.

« Mogolu » translated to « the people » in Bambara, is a fusion of Afro beats and hypnotic melodies, blending tradition with modernity, with electronic elements, all carried by Mariam’s angelic voice. This single celebrates encounters, journeys, and differences, reflecting the duo’s longstanding message of peace. It also serves as a call to dance, promising to ignite lively and sun-soaked movements.

The music video, shot in the bustling energy of Dakar, is directed by the promising Ojoz (known for his work with Yamê, Damso, Disiz…) featuring the Tik Tok dancer Akamz.

« We had always dreamt of breaking down barriers and opening people’s ears to new sounds, of sharing Malian music with the world and having it appreciated, » explained Amadou & Mariam.

This new single acts as a precursor to their upcoming album « La Vie Est Belle, » set to release this fall. The new album will bring together new tracks alongside essential hits from their career such as “Dimanche à Bamako”documenting the duo’s remarkable twenty-year journey.

Over these two decades, Amadou & Mariam have exploded onto the international stage, collaborating with the likes of Damon Albarn from Blur, Santigold, Scissor Sisters, Theophilus London, Amp Fiddler, and many more. Throughout their career, the duo traveled the world, gracing its biggest festivals with their presence. They have expanded Malian blues, their foundational sound, into rock, hip-hop, disco, all while spreading the good vibes of Afro-pop and their zest for life.

With « Mogolu, » Amadou & Mariam invite listeners on a rhythmic journey, blending cultures and proving once again, their renown in the music global world


Discover Amadou & Mariam new single « Mogolu » on Crash.

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