Mapouka

Mapouka, originating from the Dabou area of southeast Ivory Coast, is a percussion-driven music genre that intertwines traditional African rhythms with contemporary sounds. At its core, it's marked by its fast-tempo beats and dynamic, pulsating bass lines that invite audacious hip gyrations and are deeply rooted in the ceremonial dances of the Aizi, Alladian, and Avikam communities. The performance of Mapouka is often as important as the music itself, emphasizing energetic and suggestive dancing that has made the genre both famous and, at times, controversial. Over the years, artists like Les Tueuses and Awa Maïga have helped popularize it, blending indigenous melodies with modern instrumentation to create a sound that is both culturally rich and club-ready, echoing the vibrancy and resilience of West African life.

Latest Mapouka Release
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Amio (GildoKrasty Remixes)
Single - Released March 8, 2024
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Aboutou Roots
Youles International
Les Youles
Kebess
Hervé Denon
Les Tueuses

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  2. November 10, 2023
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  7. October 27, 2021
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  19. December 3, 2018
  20. October 15