Festival International Nuits d'Afrique -Compilation 2010

Reflecting a vibrant program of world rhythms, the 2010 compilation brings together artists of international renown along with new revelations, displaying richly blended and colourful styles.
Many genres may be found in this musical mélange, finding their sources in the very heart of Africa, the Caribbean and Latin America. It contains traditional sounds from the great African continent as well as fresh, vibrant beats, ranging from melodious folk to jazzy mbalax. The originality of the compositions perused by this compilation reflect a contemporary Africa with remixed and reworked beats presented in current and refreshing fashion – a successful fusion of traditional musical styles and modern sounds.