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Omar Pène
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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
Climat
Climat2021 • albumTracks: 9
Direct from Dakar
Direct from Dakar2018 • albumTracks: 12
Moom Tamit
Moom Tamit2013 • albumTracks: 6
Ndayaan
Ndayaan2011 • albumTracks: 11
Ndam
Ndam2009 • albumTracks: 12
30 ans deja (Live)
30 ans deja (Live)2008 • albumTracks: 12
Diamono Groove
Diamono Groove2006 • albumTracks: 10
Myamba
Myamba2005 • albumTracks: 10
Diadeu Kaarapit
Diadeu Kaarapit2003 • albumTracks: 11
Nanga Def
Nanga Def1998 • albumTracks: 10
Tiki Tiki
Tiki Tiki1997 • albumTracks: 10
20 ans Deja
20 ans Deja1996 • albumTracks: 13
Nila
Nila1991 • albumTracks: 8
EPs1
Thione
Thione2023 • EPTracks: 6
Singles1
Jelina La
Jelina La1991 • singleTracks: 1
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