Djely Tapa Live at The NAC's Fourth Stage - November 2019

Descendante d’une lignée illustre de griots maliens, la chanteuse Djely Tapa anime la scène avec un répertoire en suspens entre ambiances sahéliennes, blues et électro. Reflet de son identité musicale, son nouvel album Barokan est un hommage retentissant à la femme et à l’africanité. La voix haut-perchée, le débit incandescent, le geste élégant, Djely Tapa est une vocaliste racée. En mai 2019, Djely Tapa a été nommée Révélation Radio Canada Musique du Monde pour 2019-2020. _ Born to an illustrious line of Malian griots, singer Djely Tapa lights up the stage with a repertoire that floats between Sahelian atmospheres, blues and electronic music. Her new album, Barokan, is both a reflection of her musical identity and a stunning tribute to women and Africa. With her high-pitched voice, smouldering flow and elegant gestures, Djely Tapa is a distinguished vocalist. In May 2019, she was named Radio-Canada’s World Music Revelation for 2019–2020.