Djeli Moussa Diawara

Djeli Moussa Diawara is a Guinean-born kora virtuoso and singer whose music bridges traditional West African sounds with global influences. Born into a Griot family (hereditary musical storytellers), he’s the younger brother of legendary artist Mory Kanté and has carved his own path since the 1970s. Diawara’s work often blends the hypnotic tones of the 21-string kora with genres like jazz, flamenco, and Afrobeat, earning him a reputation as an innovator while staying rooted in Manding cultural traditions. His releases, like *Flamenkora* (a fiery fusion of kora and flamenco) and *Hommage à Aurlus Mabélé* (a tribute to the Congolese soukous icon), showcase his versatility and reverence for African musical heritage. Based in France for decades, Diawara remains a celebrated figure in world music, collaborating across borders while keeping the Griot storytelling spirit alive in his compositions.