Nancy Vieira‘s remarkably precise, highly distinctive voice has brought the young singer critical acclaim as the finest in Cape Verde. Since winning a major singing contest, she has made four albums. On the latest, Manhã Florida, you can hear many renowned Cape-Verdean musicians, such as Mário Lúcio and Teofilo Chantre.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lerbA_pwAGo

Djénéba Kouyate and her husband, Fousseyni Sissoko, met at Bamako’s National Academy of Art. They are both musicians and storytellers. The duo’s 2018 album, Kayeba Khasso, headed the European world music charts with its lyrical depth, diversity and distinct respect towards Malian traditions.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bbTk72kmihQ