Seydina Insa Wade (pronounced Waad) was born and raised in Dakar and made his name as a popular singer songwriter in the 60s and 70s. Together with guitarist Oumar Sow, Wade formed Tabala, a group that pioneered a new style of acoustic Wolof folk.
Tabala's lyrics were about issues that concerned ordinary Senegalese people and their style had a huge influence on the new breed of Senegalese singers like Youssou N'Dour, Baaba Maal and Ismael Lo who went on to achieve global fame.
Oumar Sow is a guitarist and producer who came to prominence as a member of Youssou N'Dour's group Super Etoile. Sow's dextrous guitar playing and astute arrangement skills have made him a sought after collaborator for anyone involved in the Senegalese music scene. In the past few years Sow has been based in Northern Ireland where he gives concerts and workshops.
After twenty years apart, Wade and Sow have made an emotional reunion to record a new album entitled 'Xalima'. The pair are currently touring Ireland to promote this release, which is being pioneered by Stargazer Records, a fresh face to the Irish recording scene, based in Enniskillen Co. Fermanagh.
Seydina Insa Wade moves with the times to create memorable tunes and audacious arrangements which assure him his rightful place in the galaxy of contemporary Senegalese stars. (Stargazer Records)
With the Glens Centre packed to capacity the evening began with a screening of the award winning documentary 'Xalima-The Pen', a film which follows the making of Seydinas album on location in Dakar. In this forty-five minute, whistle stop tour of studios, gigs and personal appearances the audience gained familiarity with the artist, his background, insights and lyrics.
Following this unusual and enlightening presentation the legendary Seydina took the stage accompanied by Oumar Sow and two guest musicians on percussion and bass guitar.
The large crowd warmed quickly to the lively pace and tempo of the first song. In the applause that followed an audience member called out for a translation of the songs meaning and, in a friendly exchange Oumar did his best to provide explanation. Encouraged to discuss his work, Seyinda continued to communicate his thoughts, ideas and inspirations (in French) as he shared his music with those gathered.
Songs such as 'Mindane' meaning 'The housemaid' revealed Seydina's ability to reflect on life in his home countryÉ "I am a housemaid, But not a slave, I earn my living with dignity, You who employ her, You see the sweat on her brow, And you yourself must work to earn money, So you can pay her."
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