Assiko Golden Band de Grand Yoff is a dynamic drum collective from Dakar's Grand Yoff neighborhood, renowned for electrifying performances that blend traditional Senegalese rhythms with influences from Cameroon and Gorée Island. Led by poet Djiby Ly of Wau Wau Collectif, the ensemble features fourteen percussion instruments alongside horns, winds, balafon, and occasional accordion, creating a rich tapestry of sound. Their music, delivered in Wolof and French, conveys messages of unity and upliftment, drawing from Sufi teachings, Christianity, and animist traditions. After two decades of vibrant community performances, they released their debut album, "Magg Tekki," in 2023, produced in collaboration with Swedish musician Karl-Jonas Winqvist. ([mississippirecords.bandcamp.com](https://mississippirecords.bandcamp.com/album/magg-tekki?utm_source=openai))