A daughter of Gambian immigrants, Mariama Ndure’s diverse upbringing in Norway has greatly influenced her artistry, allowing her to blend the rich tapestry of her cultural heritage with elements of jazz, hip hop, soul, and improvisation. Debut album ‘Rituals reflects the journey of reclaiming her voice and identity while honoring her ancestral roots.
“The album is gorgeous…I am obsessed” China Moses, Jazz FM
“A sublime mix of jazz, hip hop, and traditional West African music. A magnificent celebration of her heritage” Club Jazzafip, FIP
“Moving debut plays with jazz, hip hop, soul and world music tropes” Mojo
“There is no doubting Ndure’s talent” Songlines
“Charting its own terrain” The Arts Desk
Radio support on BBC Radio 2, Byte FM, FIP, Jazz FM, KALW, NTS, Resonance FM, Worldwide FM.