Senegalese Singer Cheikh Ibra Fam's Music as a Force for Good

Soundcheck | Jul 3, 2025

Cheikh Ibra Fam is a singer and songwriter from the West African nation of Senegal; he toured the world singing with Senegal’s famous dance band, Orchestra Baobab, for six years. In 2022, he released his first solo record, Peace in Africa, and in October he’ll release his new album, Adouna, or Life, which draws from Afro-Cuban rhythms and classic soul. Cheikh Ibra Fam and his band preview these new songs of hope and resilience, in-studio. 

Set list: 1. Shabida 2. Xam Xam (Knowledge) 3. Amoul Solo 4. Dounde

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