Daou - The Six Fingered Soul

Daouda Sissoko, known as Daou, was born in 1980 in Sikasso, Mali, into a respected griot family and inherited a strong Mandingue musical tradition. Trained by his grandfather from the age of eight, he learned the taman, sokou, traditional guitar, and the craft of making these instruments by hand—an art he still practices.
He has collaborated with major Malian artists, including Neba Solo (albums in 2002 and 2008 on taman and djeli n’goni) and Alou Sangaré (2010).
Born to a father who played n’goni and a mother who was a traditional singer, he was encouraged early on, with his mother supporting his first performances at weddings and cultural events.
Dedicated to preserving traditional instruments, Daou focuses on the sokou, which he both crafts and teaches at the Balla Fasséké Kouyaté Conservatory in Bamako. His goal is to bring the sokou to global stages and keep Mandingue heritage alive.

For collaborations/booking: +40773737737 (Radu Ovidiu GIURGIU)