Music Review

The Source (1993)

Ali Farka Toure
Reviewed by Ty Burr | Jul 30, 1993

Details Lead Performance: Ali Farka Toure; Genre: Blues

Like Ali Farka Toure's last album, The River, The Source can prompt gasps from listeners: The minstrel from Mali's hushed voice and bubbling electric and acoustic guitar make connections between American blues and African sources shiveringly clear. Returning the favor is Taj Mahal, who sits in on two cuts. A-

Originally posted Jul 27, 2009 Published in issue #181 Jul 30, 1993 Order article reprints

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