As it turns out, that ten dollar bill was definitely well spent because this is an outstanding album. Djibi contains 8 selections with a total run time of 35:53 short by today's standards for sure but the music is so infectious and well performed that the short run time is not even a consideration. This music contains the exciting rhythms of juju, rumba, samba, salsa, and reggae, performed exquisitely by an excellent array of musicians assembled by Mr. Diop.

The nucleus of Mamadou's sound are the drums, which send out a powerful and contagious rhythm, making this some of the most danceable music around. But the drums are just part of the overall sound that makes Mamadou such a treat to listen to. The songs are all original compositions, which are based on authentic African rhythms and are primarily sung in Wolof, a language that is widely spoken in several parts of Western Africa. The fact that you don't understand the language is by no means a handicap at all. This is a wonderful musical experience that has universal appeal, and Mamadou's high energy sound has a way of keeping your spirits and your senses alive.

Along with performing, Mr. Diop also teaches about African life and culture, has led drum sessions for public and private school programs, and has also taught drum and dance classes for both children and adults. His music expresses the virtues of his native African culture and definitely has a way of making a connection with the soul, so if you enjoy African rhythms, reggae and salsa, you will love this CD. It is superbly mixed and produced by Mamadou Diop and John Pfister and is available from www.cdbaby.com