Lionel loueke born 27 april 1973 is a guitarist and vocalist born in benin. February 1, 2010 loueke is a jazz guitarist and vocalist. His album mwaliko 2010 is a collection of duo and trio performances that combines. The beninborn loueke holds a jazz performance degree from berklee and has played with many top artists including his mentor herbie hancock, george garzone, wayne shorter, charlie haden and john patitucci. Mwaliko has an additional vocalist, or vocalistbassist, on six songs, two trio songs, and three solo songs. In 2008 and 2009, he was picked as top rising star guitarist in down beat magazines annual critics poll. His sophomore release for blue note, mwaliko, foll read more. Heritage lionel loueke to stream in hifi, or to download in true cd quality on.
Aziza is a studio album by english jazz bassist dave holland together with saxophonist chris potter, guitarist lionel loueke, and drummer eric harland. Lionel loueke gaia 2015 official digital download 24. Mwaliko updated april 25, 2019 by bill milkowski the innovative fingerstyle guitarist and singer from benin focuses largely on a series of intimate duets for his second blue note outing, and his partners make for some intriguing choices. I called this album heritage because ive been blessed by all different parts of the world, and most of the songs reflect that.
Watch the video for ami o from lionel louekes mwaliko for free, and see the artwork, lyrics and similar artists. We and our partners use cookies to personalize your experience, to show you ads based on your interests, and for measurement and analytics purposes. Shop for vinyl, cds and more from lionel loueke at the discogs marketplace. Karibu is a thoughtful mix of hybrid grooves, straightahead guitar soloing, free improv and a couple standards. Jan 01, 2010 lionel loueke has an appealing guitar sound which is vocalizes along with. Provided to youtube by universal music group ami o lionel loueke mwaliko. In 1994, he left africa to study at the american conservatory of modern music in paris and continued to study jazz. Mwaliko pronounced mwahleekoh is swahili for invitation, and the album comprises a series of searching, innovative, intimate duets with special guests vocalist angelique kidjo, vocalistbassist esperanza spalding, vocalistbassist richard bona and. Original compositions by lionel loueke book sheet music. Mp3 is a digital audio format without digital rights management drm technology. By using our website and our services, you agree to our use of cookies as described. But if youve never heard him, his music sounds nothing like the work of the crooning strummer. Vi ma yon by lionel loueke featuring angelique kidjo. Close your eyes by karl ackermann, published on august 1, 2018.
Lionel loueke from benin apr il 27, 1973 age 46 biography. It was produced by blue note label boss don was and cut live in the studio sans overdubs in front of a small invited audience. Mel bay lionel loueke s signature is one of limitless rhythmic invention. Download new jazz album by lionel loueke heritage 2012 flac from ol. Check out mwaliko by lionel loueke on amazon music.
He began playing percussion instruments around the age of 9, but was influenced by an older brother who played guitar, which he began playing himself in his late teens. Three short seasons and fifteen releases into newvelle records vinyl subscription service, guitarist lionel loueke is the first artist to be featured a second time as a leadercoleader. Lionel loueke grew up in what he has described as a family of poor intellectuals in the west african country of benin. Download new jazz album by lionel loueke the journey 2018 hires from ol. In early 2008, louekes kponnon kpete won best traditional world song in the 7th. On february 9, 2010, blue note records will release mwaliko, the new album from acclaimed vocalistguitarist lionel loueke.
Originally from the small west african nation of benin, guitarist lionel loueke has enjoyed a meteoric rise over the past several years. Lionel loueke music, videos, news, and photos all about jazz. Listen to your favorite songs from mwaliko by lionel loueke now. Mwaliko the innovative fingerstyle guitarist and singer from benin focuses largely on a series of intimate duets for his second blue note outing, and his partners read more lionel loueke. His own albums, like 2006s virgin forest, 2010s mwaliko, and 2015s gaia, have showcased his expansive, globally minded aesthetic, marked by his emotive jazz solos and a deep understanding of african folk customs. H erbie hancock calls his west african guitar partner lionel loueke a musical painter. Lionel loueke has an appealing guitar sound which is vocalizes along with.
Jazz meets african rhythms on mwaliko the jazz guitarist draws on an extremely wide range of styles. Stream ad free or purchase cds and mp3s now on amazon. Louekes longstanding trio contributes three of the 12 tracks on mwaliko. The williams college department of music presents lionel loueke trio as part of the ernest brown world music series on monday, april 9 at 8 p. It opened so many doors for me in terms of playing with people. Lionel loueke sings and his music rolls along with a feelgood sense of joy. His album mwaliko 2010 is a collection of duo and trio performances that combines traditional west african music with jazz. Originally planned as a series of duets, it ultimately became one of duets and trios, in order to to showcase the collective talents of gilfema, his touring band with bassist massimo biolcati and drummer ferenc nemeth. West african harmonies and jazz rhythms are seamlessly blended by guitaristsingercomposer lionel loueke with massimo biolcati on bass and ferenc nemeth on drums. In 2008, loueke signed with blue note for a series of wellreceived albums, including 2008s karibu, 2010s mwaliko, and 2012s robert glasperproduced heritage. Lionel loueke original compositions ebook mel bay publications, inc. Guitarist and vocalist lionel loueke is joined by massimo biolcati, bass, and ferenc nemeth, drums, in a performance that is strongly informed by.
Accuradio is free customizable online radio with unlimited skips. Loueke and glasper are among a handful of new voices bringing fresh sounds to contemporary jazz, and helping usher a whole new audience to the genre thanks to their creativity, technique and eagerness to break new ground. Mwaliko is west african guitarist lionel loueke s second album for blue note. Deluke, published on march 25, 20 at all about jazz. In his compositions, these influences fuse together, creati. Lionel loueke is a guitarist and vocalist born in benin.
Listen to any song, anywhere with amazon music unlimited. The beninese musician has drawn the pianists urban. Wayne shorters nefertiti is loueke with drummer marcus gilmore. Blending traditions from his native benin with harmonically complex postbop jazz and fusion, west african guitarist lionel loueke has earned praise for his solo work as well as his varied collaborations. By using this service, you agree to the use of cookies. However, the case of beninois sensation lionel loueke is not entirely comparable. The trio cuts are at the heart of loueke s modern cultureblurring sound. Initially emerging as a sideman on terence blanchards bounce in 2003, loueke quickly found him. His sophomore release for blue note, mwaliko, follows up 2007s acclaimed karibu with a series of searching, innovative, intimate duets with angelique kidjo, esperanza spalding, richard bona and marcus gilmore. Jc presents jazz club with lionel loueke jefferson center. Feb 27, 2018 musig im pflegidach powered by murikultur prasentiert am sonntag, 25.
Find lionel loueke discography, albums and singles on allmusic. Beninese song of unknown origin, it showcases the musical melange that is mwaliko. Mwaliko lionel loueke to stream in hifi, or to download in true cd quality on. After benin first encountered jazz, he left his hometown and arrived at the national academy of art in ivory coast. For his fourth blue note album, 2015s gaia, loueke exclusively showcased his electric guitar skills, exploring an expansive blend of african rock and jazz alongside gilfema bandmates biolcati and nemeth. In that context lionel loukes gaia is a wonderful breath make that blast, given the intensity on display here of fresh air. Stream ad free with amazon music unlimited on mobile, desktop, and tablet. An album of duo and trio recordings, mwaliko is the kind of worldinfused smorgasbord that only guitarist lionel loueke could cook upit contains hard swing, makossa, balladry, beninese folk and a jazz standard. I speak english, i speak french, and i have that heritage too. Start your 30day free trial of unlimited to listen to this album plus tens of. Lionel loueke began playing guitar at the age of 17.
Lionel loueke biography, albums, streaming links allmusic. Blending traditions from his native benin with harmonically complex. Dave holland, chris potter, lionel loueke, eric harland 2016. Announcing the winners of the blue note lionel loueke mwaliko.
On mwaliko, his sophomore effort for blue note, loueke continues to squeeze. Loueke doesnt sound like anyone else, thats for sure. He moved to ivory coast in 1990 to study at the national institute of art. Allaboutjazz lionel loueke, acoustic and electric guitar. Read lionel loueke s bio and find out more about lionel loueke s songs, albums, and chart history.
His african roots are obvious, as is a deep knowledge of the history of jazz and rock guitar. Loueke also includes three new tracks featuring his longtime trio with massimo biolcati on bass and ferenc nemeth on drums. Robert is a true genius, says loueke of his producer and friend, and i knew that hed be the right person. May 17, 2011 west african harmonies and jazz rhythms are seamlessly blended by guitaristsingercomposer lionel loueke with massimo biolcati on bass and ferenc nemeth on drums.
Streaming and by permanent download to your computer andor device. The title of lionel louekes new album, mwaliko, is swahili for invitation. Listen now to vi ma yon by lionel loueke featuring angelique kidjo and more. He played onterence blanchard last cd and dvd flow. Lionel lives in new york and plays around the world. From bebop to brazilian rhythms to lyrical ballads to sounds from his native.
The album was released on october 14, 2016 via hollands own dare2 records label. Because our mp3s have no drm, you can play it on any device that supports mp3, even on your ipod. Heritage is a great example of this fresh new approach. Karibu is west african guitarist and vocalist lionel loueke s debut album for the blue note label, and his fourth overall.
Mwaliko by lionel loueke, released in 2010 on blue note records. Loueke is best known to americas audiences as a sideman in herbie hancocks quartet, and for his stellar 2006 offering virgin forest on the wonderful obliqsound imprint. For jazz fundamentalists, a guitarist who sings inspires mistrust, as a certain george benson will no doubt attest. Listen to all your favourite artists on any device for free or try the premium trial.