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Abdou Guité Seck

First Name: Abdou

Other Names: Guite

Last Name: Seck

Stage Name: Abdou Guité Seck

Country: Senegal

Born: 1979

Primary Language: Wolof

Other Languages: French

Bio

Abdou Guite Seck is a musician from Senegal. Abdou discovered his passion for singing at an early age, often performing in his neighborhood. His remarkable talent earned him the prestigious Golden Voice award in his hometown, Saint Louis when he was 13. Subsequently, Abdou Guite Seck embarked on a musical journey, forming the French-Senegalese band Wock alongside his friends in 1996. As the lead singer of Wock, he made a significant impact, but his solo aspirations led him to part ways with the band in 2002. In the same year, he launched his solo career and released his debut album, "Evolution," along with his newly formed band.

Discography

Albums⁶

Kakatar2023 • AlbumTracks: 10

Coup d'État2020 • AlbumTracks: 11

Ndioukeul2017 • AlbumTracks: 7

Dou Leebi Neen2009 • AlbumTracks: 8

Dëkaale2005 • AlbumTracks: 7

Coono Evolution2004 • albumTracks: 12

EPs¹

Jëlël2012 • EPTracks: 6

Singles⁴

Prince du Mbacol2022 • SingleTracks: 1

Lamin Han Mbye2022 • SingleTracks: 1

Moussa Balde2021 • SingleTracks: 1

Ousmane Noël Dieng2020 • SingleTracks: 1

Label

Record Label associated with Abdou Guité Seck - past and current.

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