Discover LAGOS IN PARIS: A New Era in West African Electronic Music
Introducing the enigmatic West African electronic production and performance trio LAGOS IN PARIS, who are making waves with their debut single ‘MALI SPIRIT’ set for release on February 21 via BLZ, Inside Records, and Believe. This track is a bold testament to their genre-defying artistry, merging organic instrumentation, Mandingo guitars, hypnotic vocal loops, and deep house-inspired basslines. The result is an infectious and immersive electronic sound that beautifully incorporates lush West African musical elements. Born from years of collaboration with global stars such as Aya Nakamura, Runtown, Mayra Andrade, and Sidiki Diabaté, Lagos In Paris creates a sonic bridge between West Africa and the international electronic scene, seamlessly integrating the richness of traditional African music with the vibrancy of modern club culture.
‘Mali Spirit’ is held together by its deep cultural narrative and an irresistible groove that transcends geographical boundaries. It offers a captivating listening experience that pays tribute to the Bolo Super, an 18th-century traditional dance from the Kroumen tribe of Ivory Coast and Liberia that continues to be celebrated today. The accompanying music video, filmed in Abidjan, serves as a stunning visual homage to this heritage, showcasing two dancers who reinterpret the choreography against the backdrop of the city’s diverse landscapes in a mesmerizing performance. Designed to connect heritage with contemporary culture, the video captures the authenticity and raw essence of African dance, while also inviting global dance communities to engage with this vibrant movement.
Lagos In Paris is not just a music group; it’s a vibrant movement and an evolving sonic journey. Operating without a fixed studio, the trio embodies the essence of ‘Afraw’ electronic music—a self-defined genre that reflects their unique fusion of house, techno, amapiano, and electronica with afrobeats, dancehall, funk, disco, and reggae. Their creative process is inherently nomadic, influenced by their travels and collaborations across Mali, Guinea, Senegal, France, Germany, and South Africa, bringing an unfiltered authenticity to their sound. As they gear up for their upcoming debut EP arriving in September 2025, ‘Mali Spirit’ stands as a striking introduction to the innovative artistry of Lagos In Paris, inviting listeners to explore the limitless possibilities of electronic music infused with West African influences at its finest.
