Cheikh I. Fam and Ray Lema: Two Generations of African Artists
Senegalese singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist Cheikh Ibra Fam blends West African influences with diverse sounds in his latest album "Adouna." Congolese composer, pianist, and guitarist Ray Lema, a world music icon for over fifty years, fuses classical, jazz, salsa, and Congolese rumba in his new project "Passion Congo." The two artists represent different generations of African music. The feature was published on France 24 on June 29, 2026.
Key facts
- Cheikh Ibra Fam is a Senegalese singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist.
- His latest album is titled 'Adouna'.
- Ray Lema is a Congolese composer, pianist, and guitarist.
- Ray Lema has been active for over fifty years.
- Ray Lema's new project is called 'Passion Congo'.
- The feature was published on France 24.
- The publication date is June 29, 2026.
- The two artists represent two generations of African artists.
Entities
Artists
- Cheikh Ibra Fam
- Ray Lema
Institutions
- France 24
Locations
- Senegal
- Democratic Republic of the Congo