DJ Sandji started djing years ago with cassette decks. He now uses a combination of CDJs, Virtual DJ, and a sampler. The sampler seems to always use the same kit – the one with the whistles and claps, which has evolved to be a signature element of Balani Show (Sandji uses Boss DR-660).
The Balani Show is an informal street/bloc party with kids games, dance contests, and acrobatic dance troupes, controlled by an MC and DJ. Although parties have waned over the years, it’s still a common occurrence, especially in the capital of Bamako during vacation.
“Balani Show” style remix – Sikasso Radio
The remix music played at Balani Show defies nomenclature – I’m still not sure what to call it, and neither are the DJs. Sandji plays a combination of Malian pop music, Coupé Décalé, Hip Hop, Kuduro, and Naija Pop. If there is any difference in the past years, it’s that the Balani Show is getting faster. Music is regularly pitched up – Kuduro can clock in at 170bpm. Most of the songs are remixed, either with the addition of drums, or cut up on the computer.
DJ Sandji recently put together a mixtape – 100% Balani Show – of songs making the rounds through the Balani Shows, mixed and cut up, and with enough whistles and handclaps to keep the neighborhood moving. Download if for free on bandcamp or grab it on limited cassette at the shop.
You know about Champeta right? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JvXGsndoMeY
woah. uncanny similarities with the samplers too.
Thanks so much for this d/l… is there any way to know the identity of the female singer whose track dominates the first half of side 2? That piece is ridiculous good and I’d love to hear more. Cheers
i’ll have to talk with sandji, will check
Hey, Thanks for this! Long shot but Is there any way to get a track list? Some of these tracks are killer.
Cheers