Sousou & Maher Cissoko

Sousou & Maher Cissoko are an acclaimed duo rooted in the West African griot tradition, blending kora, guitar, soulful vocals, and powerful rhythms with influences from both Senegal and Sweden. With nearly 20 years of international touring, they are known for their magnetic stage presence, groovy rhythms and heartfelt songs. But Sousou & Maher Cissoko are more than a band, they are musical bridge-builders and cultural storytellers, carrying deep-rooted traditions into a new global context. With the kora at the center of their sound, they blend ancient griot wisdom with original songs in Mandinka, Wolof, Swedish, English, and French.

Their music is not about fame or competition, it’s a calling. Every performance is an offering: 100% live, emotionally rich, and grounded in purpose. Their lyrics touch on identity, justice, migration, healing, and joy, with a presence that moves both heart and feet.

Sousou & Maher offer something rare: a balance of feminine and masculine, tradition and innovation, intimacy and celebration. Their music creates space for connection, transformation, and shared humanity. They often tour as a family, living what they sing, weaving music, community, and values into their everyday life on and off stage.

In 2026, they celebrate 20 years as a duo and release a brand-new album marking the next chapter in their journey.