Salif Keita

Salif Keita

Salif Keïta, born August 25, 1949 in Djoliba (Mali), is a Malian singer and musician. He is the father of the French athlete Nantenin Keïta, specialist in the 400 meters and double Paralympic champion. Salif Keïta is a descendant of the founder of the Mali Empire, Sundiata Keïta. Suffering from albinism, he dreams of becoming a teacher but is rejected because of his poor eyesight. He then decides to become a singer, traditionally, music is reserved for the griot caste, and the Keïta are a family of princes. He was rejected by his family and left for Bamako in 1968. He joined saxophonist Tidiani Koné's group, the "Rail Band De Bamako". Then in 1973, he joined the group "Les Ambassadeurs", then he moved to Abidjan, Ivory Coast. In 1978, he recorded his first album "Mandjou" there. In 1980, he recorded two records in the United States: "Primpin" and "Tounkan". In 1984, he left Abidjan to return to Bamako with his family. This year he is participating in the Angoulême mixed music festival. He met with success with the French public, and came to settle in France in Montreuil. The following year, he participated in the recording of a collective album Tam tam pour l'Afrique for the benefit of Ethiopia. In 1986, he recorded the album, "Soro", which propelled Salif Keita onto the international scene. Salif Keita took part in the "Liberate Mandela" concert at the Fête de l'Humanité in 1985. He also took part in the Francofolies festival in La Rochelle in 1987, and in a concert organized in London for Nelson Mandela's 70th birthday. In 1989 he released his second album in France, “Ko-Yan”. His third album "Amen" was released in June 1991. His album Folon from 1995 is dedicated to albino children for whom he created an association. In 1996 he opened a recording studio in Bamako to help young Malian musicians. In 1997, he released an album "Sosie" composed of titles by French singers (Maxime Le Forestier, Michel Berger, Jacques Higelin and Serge Gainsbourg) performed on the kora or balafon. In June 1999, he released a new album entitled "Papa" where he evokes his father, who died two years earlier. In 2001, he opened a club coupled with a recording studio named Moffou, the name of a flute used by shepherd children. In March 2002, an album of the same name was released. On December 12, 2004, in Johannesburg, South Africa, he was honored at the Kora Awards for his entire career. Salif Keïta is a candidate in the Malian legislative elections of 2007. During the Victoires de la musique 2010 ceremony in March 2010, he won a victory in the “World music album of the year” category. On July 19, 2010, Salif Keïta was appointed Ambassador of Peace by Jean Ping, President of the African Union Commission. In 2014, he participated in the Esperanzah world music festival, as guest of honor. Salif Keïta attacks Malian President Ibrahim Boubacar Keïta on November 15, 2019, and claims that jihadists in Mali are armed and financed by France. On December 5, 2020, he became a member of the National Transition Council of Mali. In August 2023, he was appointed advisor to the head of the junta by Colonel Assimi Goïta.

  • Title : Salif Keita
  • Popularity : 1.023
  • Known For : Acting
  • Birthday : 1949-08-25
  • Place of Birth : Djoliba, Mali
  • Homepage : https://www.discogs.com/fr/artist/10377-Salif-Keita
  • Also Known As : Salif Keïta
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Salif Keita Movies

  • 1999
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    Genesis

    Genesis

    5.6 1999 HD

    Inspired by the book of Genesis, this film tells the power struggle between two families: a clan of herders led by Jacob and another clan of hunters...

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  • 1995
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    Salif Keita & Les Ambassadeurs - Jazz Open à Stuttgart

    Salif Keita & Les Ambassadeurs - Jazz Open à Stuttgart

    1 1995 HD

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  • 1990
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    One World, One Voice

    One World, One Voice

    1 1990 HD

    An extraordinary music special is the climax to One World week. The brainchild of ex-10cc drummer Kevin Godley, it features the first true global...

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  • 1976
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    Mosaïque

    Mosaïque

    9 1976 HD

    Broadcast from 1977 to 1987 on FR3, every Sunday morning, for 1h30, Mosaïque is a variety show with a set where music groups from the countries...

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  • 1990
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    Red Hot + Blue: A Tribute to Cole Porter

    Red Hot + Blue: A Tribute to Cole Porter

    1 1990 HD

    This music special is dedicated to dispelling the prejudices associated with the HIV infection and raising money for AIDS research and relief. Some...

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  • 1994
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    The Golden Ball

    The Golden Ball

    7.4 1994 HD

    The Golden Ball is a wonderful children's film that tells of a young boy's dream of being a soccer player. Whenever a match is broadcast live in the...

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  • 1993
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    The Lion Child

    The Lion Child

    6.5 1993 HD

    In the village of Pama, Sirga the lioness and Oule the young boy, born the same day, grow up together as sister and brother. Oule discovers the world...

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  • 2019
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    Africa Rising

    Africa Rising

    7.5 2019 HD

    How African artists have spread African culture all over the world, especially music, since the harsh years of decolonization, trying to offer a...

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  • 1988
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    Nelson Mandela 70th Birthday Tribute

    Nelson Mandela 70th Birthday Tribute

    6 1988 HD

    Wembley Stadium hosts a concert featuring stars from the fields of music, comedy and film, in celebration of the 70th birthday of imprisoned ANC...

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  • 2004
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    Salif Keita: World Music Portrait

    Salif Keita: World Music Portrait

    1 2004 HD

    Salif Keita has been one of the best selling world music artists since he embarked on a solo career fifteen years ago. In this portrait we are...

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  • 1994
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    Voyage à Tombouctou

    Voyage à Tombouctou

    10 1994 HD

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  • 1993
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    The Lion Child

    The Lion Child

    6.5 1993 HD

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  • 2002
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    11’09”01—September 11

    11’09”01—September 11

    6.4 2002 HD

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  • 1987
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    Yeelen

    Yeelen

    6.6 1987 HD

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  • 2004
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    Salif Keita: World Music Portrait

    Salif Keita: World Music Portrait

    1 2004 HD

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  • 2003
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    The Blues

    The Blues

    7.1 2003 HD

    The Blues is a 2003 documentary film series produced by Martin Scorsese, dedicated to the history of blues music. In each of the seven episodes, a...

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  • 1985
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    Victoires de la musique

    Victoires de la musique

    2 1985 HD

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  • 1987
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    Le monde est à vous

    Le monde est à vous

    1 1987 HD

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  • 1998
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    Vivement dimanche

    Vivement dimanche

    3.2 1998 HD

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