ali farka toure - talking timbuktu (2lp/180g/bonus track)

A landmark collaboration with Ry Cooder, Talking Timbuktu brought Ali Farka Touré’s desert blues to a global audience. Seamlessly fusing Malian traditions with American folk and blues, the album is soulful, meditative, and rich in texture.

Cooder’s slide guitar weaves gently with Touré’s hypnotic playing and vocals, creating a cross-cultural sound both ancient and contemporary. Standout tracks like “Gomni” and “Ai Du” radiate warmth and depth. This 2LP 180g reissue with a bonus track is a vital document of one of the most beautiful musical partnerships ever recorded.

Vinyl Release Date: 9 Feb 2015