Ali Farka Touré's "Niafunké"

Album: Niafunké (Hannibal Records, 1999)

Artist: Ali Farka Touré

Vibe: Unsurprisingly great record from Touré. Malian rhythms.

Aurelio's "Laru Beya"

Album: Laru Beya (Sub Pop, 2011)

Artist: Aurelio

Vibe: Wonderfully enjoyable Afro-Latin vibes from Garifuna's top cultural ambassador.