Sallier from Musso by Ausecuma Beats

‘Sallier’ is the first single from Ausecuma Beats’ forthcoming album, ‘Musso’. Although based on traditional melodic and thematic elements found throughout West Africa, Ausecuma Beats bring their own flavour to their interpretation of ‘Sallier.’ Lyrically, the song asks everyone to calm down, so that they can listen and be inspired by the message that is about to be shared. Musically, this is replicated as different instruments in the ensemble share their melodies, each making room for the other to take the spotlight; if every instrument is playing loudly, the beauty of each individual cannot sing through. Throughout the track, each musician shares their song and is celebrated, before they seamlessly join back into the groove of the ensemble. The rhythmic style of Ausecuma Beats is as impressive as ever in this release, with complex interweaving motifs creating grooves that are difficult to resist.

Ausecuma Beats are more than just a band, they are a philosophy. Led by master djembe player, Boubacar Gaye, the nine-strong ensemble, demonstrate artists coming together based on an idea - the idea of place, of transplanting cultural heritage into a contemporary city. Ausecuma Beats is people from all corners of the world finding themselves together in new environments, as a community.