Les Marabouts d'Afrique are a Malian band that blends traditional African music with modern sounds. The group was formed in the 1970s by guitarist and singer Boubacar Traoré, and has since released a number of albums that have been praised for their innovative and soulful sound. Les Marabouts d'Afrique's music is often characterized by its use of traditional instruments such as the ngoni and the kora, as well as its incorporation of elements of funk, soul, and reggae. The band has toured extensively throughout Africa and Europe, and has performed at a number of major festivals, including the Glastonbury Festival and the Womad Festival.