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The Touré-Raichel Collective
12+ albums
maliIsraelpianobassharmonica
about
Israeli superstar Idan Raichel and Malian guitar virtuoso Vieux Farka Touré́ first met at an airport in Germany in 2008 while both were on tour. From this chance encounter an artistic kinship was born, culminating in an unscripted recording session that took place one afternoon in November 2010 in a small Tel Aviv studio. Joined by Israeli bassist Yossi Fine and Malian calabash player Souleymane Kane, Idan and Vieux improvised a masterful selection of songs that capture the unbridled creativity and inspired collaboration of these four brilliant musicians. The Touré-Raichel Collective was formed and the songs they recorded are the foundation of the album The Tel Aviv Session. Idan Raichel is a massive pop star and household name in Israel. With his distinctive long dreadlocks and turban, Idan is immediately recognized wherever he goes. The music he creates with his internationally renowned band The Idan Raichel Project unites African, Middle Eastern, Eastern European and other multicultural flavors into an accessible global pop amalgam. Idan has long been a fan of the legendary Ali Farka Touré, Vieux's father and main musical inspiration. "I listened to Ali Farka Touré for years," says Idan, "I even used his sound as the muse for one of the songs on my first album." Upon meeting Vieux, Idan was effusive in his praise. "I have a dream," Idan told Vieux, "I will leave my band and come join yours as a keyboard player. I don't care if I get paid or anything, I just want to follo
top songs
albums
The Tel Aviv Session
The Paris Session
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Harem`s Secret, Vol. 3 (Compiled By Gülbahar Kültür) (Emotional & Sensual Oriental Grooves)
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Radio Paradise - DJ-mixed modern & classic rock, world, electronica & more - info: radioparadise.com
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Tel Aviv Sessions
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Songlines CD #87 (October 2012)
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Harem's Secret, Vol. 3 (Compiled By Gülbahar Kültür) (Emotional & Sensual Oriental Grooves)
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The Touré-Raichel Collective
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The Tel Aviv Sessions
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Harem's Secret, Vol. 3 (Compiled By Gülbahar Kültür)
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Radio Paradise
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Fast 'n' Bulbous Best Of 2012