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Omar Pène

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Bio

Omar Pène is a Senegalese vocalist, composer, and former member of Super Diamono who now performs as a solo artist. He started his music career in 1975 as a member of the band Cad before co-founding Super Diamano with other musicians from Tropical Jazz De Dakar. Under his leadership, the band became a driving force in Senegal's music scene for over 25 years with their unique sound and socially conscious lyrics. He recently released his first solo album, "Climat," in 2021.

Discography

Albums¹³

Climat2021 • albumTracks: 9

Direct from Dakar2018 • albumTracks: 12

Moom Tamit2013 • albumTracks: 6

Ndayaan2011 • albumTracks: 11

Ndam2009 • albumTracks: 12

30 ans deja (Live)2008 • albumTracks: 12

Diamono Groove2006 • albumTracks: 10

Myamba2005 • albumTracks: 10

Diadeu Kaarapit2003 • albumTracks: 11

Nanga Def1998 • albumTracks: 10

Tiki Tiki1997 • albumTracks: 10

20 ans Deja1996 • albumTracks: 13

Nila1991 • albumTracks: 8

EPs¹

Thione2023 • EPTracks: 6

Singles¹

Jelina La1991 • singleTracks: 1

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