Ben Aylon's debut international album sees him elevate the traditional music and instruments of Senegal and Mali into a fresh contemporary setting, seven years in the making, 'Xalam' features the late, great Malian diva Khaira Arby and sabar drumming legend Doudou Ndiaye Rose.
'Xalam' was one of the stand out World Music releases of 2021, which is now available on vinyl.
Ben is renowned for his Neu-African Drumming style, explosive-burning rhythms and cutting-edge hybrid drumming techniques and his drumming style is considered as the 'next generation' of Senegalese drumming and has been acknowledged by legendary Senegalese master drummers Doudou Ndiaye Rose and Ali Ndiaye Rose.