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Mbalax
Mbalax
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Mbalax

Mbalax emerged in early 1970s Senegal and Gambia, synthesizing indigenous sounds with soul, jazz, Latin pop, and Afro-Cuban influences. The high-energy genre features sabar drum-driven rhythms, vibrant brass sections, and dynamic Wolof vocals blending traditional intonations with modern styles. Youssou N'Dour and Étoile de Dakar brought mbalax to international audiences in the mid-1980s, preserving griotic heritage through themes of love, spirituality, and cultural pride.
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