Sékou Kouyaté

**Sékou Kouyaté** is a electrifying Guinean guitarist and kora virtuoso carrying forward his family’s centuries-old griot tradition with a modern twist. Hailing from a legendary lineage of West African storyteller-musicians, Sékou blends fiery Afro-funk grooves, hypnotic jazz riffs, and soulful blues influences into his music. His recent tracks like *Faya*, *Tokira*, and *Monistic Theory* showcase his knack for weaving intricate kora melodies with scorching electric guitar solos, creating a sound that’s both rooted in Manding traditions and explosively contemporary. Whether he’s collaborating with global artists or leading his own genre-bending projects (like the vibrant *Mali Stars, Vol. 1*), Sékou’s music feels like a celebration of cultural heritage meeting 21st-century innovation—all delivered with infectious energy.

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Monistic Theory
Album - 10 Tracks - Released May 13, 2016
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  1. May 13, 2016
  2. July 31, 2015
  3. February 18, 2014
  4. January 1, 2007
  5. January 1, 2004
  6. January 1, 1989
  1. February 26, 2016