Joe Driscoll & Sekou Kouyate's Forthcoming 'Faya' Debut

Watch singer Joe Driscoll and Sekou Kouyate's video for 'Faya,' the first track from their upcoming afro-blues hip hop infused album.

Joe Driscoll & Sekou Kouyate's Forthcoming 'Faya' Debut


New York/England-based rapper/beatboxer/singer-songwriter Joe Driscoll and Guinea's Kora extraordinaire Sekou Kouyate have been making music together ever since they met way back in 2010 at the Nuit Metis festival in Marseille. Since then the duo have taken their fresh afro-blues infused hip-hop folk to audiences worldwide– and, word is out that they'll be joining the likes of Jupiter & Okwess International and The Nile Project at Zanzibar's Sautiza Busara Festival.

The duo's full-length debut Faya is set to drop February 18th. The video for the album's first taste features a hooded Driscoll and a candle-lit Kouyate spreading their moody atmospheric vibes across Bristol city. Kouyate's spellbinding kora provides a perfectly unexpected melodic undertone to Driscoll's dexterous flow. Watch the video and grab a download of "Faya" below. Look out for Joe Driscoll & Sekou Kouyate's debut February 18th viaCumbancha Discovery.

Kenyan artist Elsy Wameyo stands on a doorstep in the music video for her single “Conquer.”
Popular

12 African Artists to Watch in 2025

From Winny to King Paluta and Yamê, here’s a list of African acts we’re tipping for greatness this year.

10 Classic South African House Songs You Need to Hear
Music

10 Classic South African House Songs You Need to Hear

Here are 10 of the best South African house tracks released over the years.