Diam ak Salaam

from Yeuk Yeuk by Elhzo

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Yeuk Yeuk, Elhzo’s debut record, is an excursion between Jazz, Afro-Jazz and World Music.

Recorded between Senegal and Italy, it mashes together Griot and European Jazz cultures. The percussive rhythm showcased by Elhzo’s flowing drumming blends in with a complex melodic section, highlighted by lush trumpets in constant dialogue with the counterpoint created by the tight weave of guitars and voices.

Lyrically, Yeuk Yeuk itself is an ode to identity and acceptance. Its themes are ispired by David Diop and the Negritude poetry, and dwelve in pride for one’s roots and a renewed sense of belonging.

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lyrics

Diam ak salaam lay niane sunu rew
Diam ak salaam lay niane sunu rew
Senegal sunu gal rewum terangala
Senegaloo rewum terangala

Diam ak salaam lay niane sunu rew
Diam ak salaam lay niane sunu rew
Senegal sunu gal rewum terangala
Senegaloo rewum terangala

Tiebu dieunbi bunekhba mingui fa
Yassa bu nekhbi moomit mingui fa
Supu kandia bi bunekhba mingui fa

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from Yeuk Yeuk, released May 21, 2018

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Elhzo Bologna, Italy

Elhzo, alias of Demba Seye Gueye, is a jazz drummer and multi-instrumentalist from Dakar, Senegal and currently based in Bologna, is active in Italy and Europe.

Well versed in Jazz, Afro-Jazz and World music, Elhzo has had a long and renowned career as a session musician for some of Italy’s prominent cultural events. ... more