Biography
Momi Maiga is a Senegalese musician, composer, and singer based in Catalonia, and one of the most distinctive voices of a new generation of West African artists in Europe. Born in Casamance into the renowned Cissokho griot family, he began playing the kora at the age of six and has since developed a unique musical language that blends Mandé traditions with jazz, flamenco, and classical music.
With a captivating stage presence and deep emotional expression, he has toured across Europe and collaborated with artists such as Youssou N’Dour, Jordi Savall, Seckou Keita and Amaro Freitas. His latest album, KAIRO (2024), was awarded Best Album non-catalan at the Enderrock Awards 2025.
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