Dieuf-Dieul de Thiès, formed in 1979 in Thiès, Senegal, is renowned for their electrifying fusion of traditional Senegalese rhythms with psychedelic rock, Afro-jazz, and Afro-Manding influences. Their dynamic sound, characterized by fuzz guitars, vibrant horn sections, and intricate percussion, quickly captivated audiences in Senegal and Gambia. After a brief but impactful initial run, the band disbanded in 1983. They reunited in 2015, releasing their first studio album in 2024 and embarking on a European tour in 2025, solidifying their legacy as pioneers of African amplified orchestras. ([worldmusiccentral.org](https://worldmusiccentral.org/dieuf-dieul-de-thies-pioneers-of-1970s-psychedelic-manding-music/?utm_source=openai))