Toure, Vieux Farka & Khruangbin - Ali A who lent a pop ear

who lent a pop ear to the record

Produced by frontman John Rzeznik alongside the band's longtime collaborators Brad Fernquist and Jimmy McGorman

3 The Ground Below

The music takes you on a deep dive exploring the complex heart of Ryan Adams

I held myself down so I could make people feel more comfortable around me

Toure, Vieux Farka & Khruangbin - Ali A who lent a pop earAli Farka Tour trekked the world, bringing his beloved Malian music to the masses. Dubbed "the African John Lee Hooker," one could hear strong connections between the two; both employed a bluesy style of play with gritty textures that elicit calm and fury in equal measure. While the influence of Black blues music prevailed, Tour created a West African blend of 'desert blues' that garnered Grammy awards and widespread reverence. Though he transcended