Kimi Djabaté is a singer, multi-instrumentalist, and composer from Guinea-Bissau whose music bridges the rich griot traditions of West Africa with contemporary and international influences. Born in the village of Tabato into a renowned family of jeli musicians, he grew up immersed in the sounds of the balafon and the kora before expanding his musical palette to guitar and percussion. This deep cultural heritage shapes an expression that is both authentic and universal, filled with emotion and spirituality. At nineteen, he began touring internationally with the National Ensemble of Music and Dance of Guinea-Bissau before settling in Lisbon, where he became a key figure on the Afro-Portuguese scene. Throughout his career, he has collaborated with artists such as Mory Kanté, Waldemar Bastos, Netos de Gumbé, and Madonna. His music blends gumbé, afrobeat, morna, blues, and folk to explore themes of freedom, resilience, and human connection. On stage, Kimi Djabaté’s warmth, expressive voice, and strong sense of rhythm captivate audiences, creating an atmosphere of genuine connection and vibrant energy.

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