Danyèl Waro is renowned for being one of the foremost champions of Creole culture from Réunion Island, a French territory located in the Indian Ocean. He is celebrated as a master of maloya, a traditional form of music from Réunion, often compared to the blues for its intense, emotive qualities. Maloya was once banned by the French government for its association with Creole identity and political protest, but Waro has been instrumental in its resurgence and global recognition. Born on October 10, 1955, in Saint-Leu, Réunion, Waro grew up in a world where his homeland's cultural expression was suppressed, which deeply influenced his artistic journey and development.

Unyielding in his use of the Creole language within his music, Danyèl Waro's discography - including powerful releases like "Fonkèr," "Mandéla," and "Aou Amwin" - speaks as much to the soul as it does to sociopolitical issues. Waro's music is rich with the sounds of traditional instruments such as the kayamb, a flat percussive instrument filled with seeds, and the rouler, a type of barrel drum. His passionate and poetic lyrics, often improvised, along with his dynamic and energetic performances, have earned him a devoted following. Waro's commitment to cultural authenticity and his advocacy for Creole identity have not only made him a cultural icon in Réunion but also an important figure in world music, bridging the gap between local tradition and universal resonance.

Genres

Maloya

Reunion Pop

Sega

Latest Release

Live at Glatt & Verkehrt, Krems, July 29th 2022

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