Her debut album redemption was released in 2021.
French-Senegalese dance music singer-songwriter and producer, Awen (real name Lucille Kante) is Apple Music’s latest Isgubhu cover star.
Her debut album Redemption, which was released in 2021, moves between soulful Afro House and deep spiritual trip hop and features self-taught Afro House producer and DJ, Enoo Napa on the title-track “Redemption”. As a frequent collaborator with various Afro House artists from all over Africa, Awen’s incorporation of multiple genres and sonic elements into her music is testament to her constant growth and ongoing journey.
Awen has also created an exclusive Isgubhu playlist that features tracks that fuel her musical fire and that showcase Africa’s rich dance music talent through the years.
Speaking about her playlist she said, “I had great fun curating the Isgubhu playlist for Apple Music. I included some timeless classics, such as Tony Allen’s ‘”African Man” just because those tunes paved the way for African dance music as we know it today. I also included some new gems from artists I love and admire such as Black Coffee, Sun El-Musician, Msaki and Black Motion; you will also find a few tunes from my album Redemption. What do all these tracks have in common? They all take from various influences to create a unique form of soulfulness that makes us feel more alive.”
Launched in early 2021, Isgubhu is the definitive home of African Dance and Electronic music on Apple Music and spotlights and elevates the work of African Electronic DJs, producers and creatives.
