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Oct 19, 2020Those wanting a more authentic experience (whatever that means) will be glad to know the band’s psychedelic groove is still very much present (see the swirling Gabi or Assadja) while those wanting less retroisms should head to Pour Toi with its insane disco trucker’s shift. But at its heart, Optimisme deals in the same joyous protest music Songhoy Blues are known for, only now bolstered with a grit that matches the multi-lingual lyrics.
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UncutOct 19, 2020At times it hits harder and heavier than anything they've attempted before. [Nov 2020, p.32]
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Oct 19, 2020An essential album that gets better with every listen. [Nov 2020, p.86]
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Nov 10, 2020The band is at the top of their game and the songs all sound great, but more importantly, the messages they're expressing have never been more relevant.
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MojoOct 19, 2020It's an adrenalin rush to experience rather than listen to, and the 11 tracks are over too soon. [Nov 2020, p.81]
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Oct 19, 2020Optimisme is more Garageland than Graceland in its approach.
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Oct 27, 2020Great collection of energetic rock beats and comforting, contemplative songs. A strong introduction for anyone interested in the Malian music scene.