Taximen

by Amadou Balake

Taximen cover art
  • Type: Album
  • Released: 1978
  • Label: Sacodis
  • Country: Burkina Faso
  • Community rating: 3.84/5 from 4 ratings

Album Notes & Community Reviews

Recorded in Abidjan, this vibrant release captures the Burkinab茅 singer at the height of his regional popularity. 'Taximen' fuses hypnotic West African rhythms with soaring Afro-funk horns, featuring the celebrated title track which serves as a playful homage to local taxi drivers.

Genres

Descriptors: rhythmic, melodic, ensemble, funky, vocal, groove-laden, percussive, dance, guitars

Tracklist

  1. Taximen (7:42)
  2. Wariko (5:27)
  3. Migoussia (6:21)
  4. Toucaraje (5:50)
  5. Kiriki
  6. Wayisjelequeyele (6:20)

Credits

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