What's more remarkable than this solo debut is the story behind her journey to freedom, fleeing Somalia and winding up in a Danish refugee camp, where she was discovered by an arranger who brought her to the attention of Peter Gabriel's RealWorld label. The layers of sound on this disc blend techno with a more traditional Afro-pop sound. It all makes for some of the most passionate dance music you can find. Album 1998 8 Songs. Mursal grew up in Somalia in a Muslim family with four daughters. As a teenager, she broke with tradition and began singing professionally in Mogadishu. She performed in nightclubs and her brand of music, featuring a mix of blues, soul, Somali and Arabic influences, and known as Somali jazz, became popular across the country. Performing primarily solo, she also collaborated with. Maryam Mursal. The Journey, 1998. Lei Lei I Feel Alone, 03:50. Somali Udiida Ceb Somalia, Don't Shame Yourself, 05:36. Sodewou Welcome, 05:52. Qax Refugee, 09:05. Nin Hun Bad Man, 05:07. Fejigno Beware, 07:06. The story of Maryam Mursal is both tragic and inspiring- the tale of a strong and determined woman whose music reflects her life, a powerful and dramatic mix of sorrow and joy. To hear her is to recognise the triumph of the human. It is the kind of story that puts into perspective the antics of rock stars who cannot find their way across the airport departure lounge to the free hospitality of the VIP suite without someone to hold their hands. That Maryam, already Somalias biggest singing star, was forced to undertake such a desperate journey only indicates how dangerous her country had become. The Journey is a music album by Maryam Mursal released in 1998. The Journey by Maryam Mursal Year: 1998 Overall rank: 54,788th. Average Rating: 73100 from 1 vote. The Journey. 2015 Real World Gold. Spirit of Africa. Various artists. Live 8 At Eden: Africa Calling. Listen free to Maryam Mursal The Journey Lei Lei I Feel Alone, Kufilaw Take Care and more. 8 tracks 52:54. Mursal, Maryam Artist Format: Audio CD. The Journey stands as one of the great modern African albums, right up there with Baaba Mall and Salif Keita. Musically, it's grounded in the past, the traditions of her native country, but there's a pan-global sheen courtesy of the very sympathetic Afro-Celt Sound System boys that makes it instantly accessible the exotic is there in every bite, but there's still enough familiarity that you don't quite feel you've wandered into totally foreign territory. Like Maal, Mursal is an electrifying singer. Stream The Journey, a playlist by Maryam Mursal from desktop or your mobile device. Album release date: 7 January 2012
