Mamadou Ba
bass

Mamadou Ba was born in Dakar, Senegal. He is a self-thought bassist who came to prominence while working with the group Keurgui that he created with his brother. They toured West Africa and Europe and collaborated with great artists such as the American saxophonist Archie Shepp. He also toured extensively with great Segalese star singer-songwriter Ismael Lô.

In New York, he joined Harry Belafonte's orchestra and eventually became musical director. He has worked with Richard Bona, the Barrio Boys and is a founding member of the celebrated African Blue Note Band.

A bass-player's bass-player, Doudou is loved appreciated by musicians and the public alike.