Wassoulou

Wassoulou is a genre of music from West Africa, particularly Mali and Guinea. It is characterized by its use of traditional instruments like the kora and balafon, as well as call-and-response vocals and polyrhythmic percussion. The lyrics often touch on social and political issues, and the music is known for its hypnotic, trance-like qualities. Wassoulou has influenced other genres like afrobeat and world music.