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Danakil

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Label : Baco Records

Booking contacts : clement@bacomusic.fr

Nationality : French

Available on tour : 2026

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BIOGRAPHY

22 years in the business. Tens of thousands of kilometers on their Tour Bus, which has taken them to the four corners of the globe. Starting out as a teenage dream in the early 2000s, the collective went on to play a series of dates under their hats, as well as the most underground concert cafés. The chemistry quickly took hold, and DANAKIL found themselves playing some of France's biggest venues, as well as Zeniths and major European festivals, bringing their rootsy, committed music to as many people as possible.

Often relegated to the label of "reggae band," DANAKIL has transcended conventions to deliver songs that, in some cases, have become classics, transcending generations and accumulating millions of streams on current platforms. They maintain their simplicity, naturally forging a connection with their fans and audiences at every concert, just as they did in their early days. This unique atmosphere has significantly contributed to the band's success and allowed them to establish their distinctive style, marked by independence and activism. Indeed, DANAKIL has always sought to preserve its freedom, initially by self-producing its albums, and later by establishing its own label. BACO RECORDS was founded in 2011 and now operates under the name BACO MUSIC, supporting numerous other musical talents in all aspects of their careers: recording, album production, touring, distribution, digital, promotion, and more. September 2024 marks a new chapter for Danakil with the release of the album "Demain peut-être" (Maybe Tomorrow), several tracks of which have proven particularly effective both on streaming platforms and in concert! Musically, the group continues to evolve, pushing the boundaries of production even further in their own studio (BACO STUDIO in Bordeaux) to create their best rhythms and melodies, constantly experimenting in search of a powerful, analog sound. The result is a natural groove that perfectly complements the sharp lyrics of Balik, the long-time vocalist of the DANAKIL collective. On the concert front, the group is currently on a record-breaking tour with over 90 dates, breaking all attendance records. After an unforgettable sold-out show at the Zénith (6,000 people) in March 2025, they will also conclude their tour in Paris at the legendary Olympia on Saturday, December 19, 2026! The band promises a memorable show, just like the rest of the tour. Just a few months after the release of their album "Demain peut-être" (Maybe Tomorrow), DANAKIL returns on April 11, 2025 with "Demain peut-être Reload" (Maybe Tomorrow Reload), a surprise reinvention of their latest work featuring guest appearances and bonus tracks! In this reimagined version, the original album takes on a new dimension thanks to the participation of numerous guests close to the band: Jamaicans Clinton Fearon (The Gladiators) and Vanzo, Queen Omega of Trinidad and Tobago, Groundation's charismatic frontman Harrison "Professor" Stafford, longtime friends Brahim, Taïro, Yaniss Odua, and Mike and Riké from Sinsémilia, Flavia Coelho, FNX, Toma, the Booboo'zzz All Stars, and their longtime collaborator Natty Jean. This reloaded version of the album also offers the chance to discover new versions of the tracks, as well as four bonus tracks!

TOUR
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May 22 Lampaul-Plouarzel (fr) Festival Les Petites Folies
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May 23 Nantua (fr) Nantua Fest
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Jun 05 Chartres (fr) Festival L'Paille à Sons
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Jun 06 La Seyne-sur-Mer (fr) Festival Couleurs Urbaines
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Jun 19 Vains (fr) Festival Green River Valley
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Jun 20 Thierville-Sur-Meuse (fr) Inglorious Festival
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Jun 26 Blanzy (fr) Festival Chamboultou
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Jul 03 Nort-sur-Erdre (fr) Festival la Nuit de l'Erdre
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Jul 04 St-Malo-du-Bois (fr) Festival de Poupet
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DISCOGRAPHY 

ALBUMS

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ico-album Demain Peut Être Reload Released 04.11.25
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ico-album Baco Sessions Released 02.28.25
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ico-album Demain peut-être Released 09.27.24
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ico-album DIALOGUE DE DUB Released 11.17.23
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ico-album DANAKIL MEETS ONDUBGROUND LIVE Released 06.14.23
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ico-album Danakil Meets Ondubground part.2 Released 12.09.22
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ico-album DANAKIL occupe le Théâtre Fémina Released 12.17.21
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ico-album Rien Ne Se Tait Released 09.03.21
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ico-album Live à la Maison Released 05.21.21
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ico-album Danakil meets Ondubground Released 11.17.17
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ico-album La Rue Raisonne Released 10.07.16
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ico-album Dialogue de Sourds Released 05.23.15
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ico-album Entre Les Lignes Dub Released 03.20.15
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ico-album Entre Les Lignes Released 02.24.14
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ico-album Marley Released 01.20.14
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ico-album On Air à La Cigale Released 10.08.12
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ico-album Echos du Dub Released 06.01.12
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ico-album Echos du Temps Released 02.14.11
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ico-album Live au Cabaret Sauvage Released 04.03.09
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ico-album Microclimat Released 04.04.06
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FRESHEST NEWS

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    Danakil at the Olympia on December 19, 2026!

    With 25 years in the business, over a thousand concerts, and an ever-growing fanbase, Danakil confirms its unique place in the French reggae scene. After an unforgettable sold-out show at the Zénith in March 2025, they will also conclude their tour in Paris at the legendary Olympia venue on Saturday, December 19, 2026! […]

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    L’album « Demain peut-être RELOAD » de DANAKIL est disponible !

    Quelques mois seulement après la sortie de leur album « Demain peut-être », et au coeur d’une tournée historique qui bat tous les records de fréquentation – dont un Zénith de Paris sold-out , DANAKIL revient avec une surprise de taille qui ravira les fans : « Demain peut-être RELOAD ». Ce projet offre une […]

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    Danakil at the Zénith de Paris, sold out!

    Le Zénith de Paris de DANAKIL samedi 22 mars affiche d’ores et déjà complet ! Depuis la sortie de leur dernier album Demain peut-être en Septembre 2024, Danakil comptabilise un nombre de concerts complets jamais atteint en plus de 20 ans de carrière ! L’album est un réel succès et séduit un nouveau public tout […]

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    Danakil back to back sold-out shows!

    Danakil's tour kicks off with a bang, with a succession of sold-out dates, a sure sign of a convincing live show! Since the release of their album “Demain peut-être” last September, a number of tracks have already proved particularly effective both on stream and in concert. The band will be

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    "Shadow and Light" is available in Baco Sessions format!

    After the release of their new album DEMAIN PEUT-ÊTRE last September, Danakil offers us the live version of the track "Ombre et Lumière," available on the Baco Sessions YouTube channel. The album is available in physical format on the BACO SHOP and on all streaming platforms at this link. The Baco Session is available at this link [...]

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    Danakil, new album available!

    After three singles released since the start of the summer, it's now time to bring you the new DANAKIL album “Demain peut-être”! The album is available in physical form from the BACO SHOP and on all platforms via this link. This project is supported by the entire Baco Music team, through its various activities: label, production, [...].After three singles released since the start of the summer, it's now time to bring you the new DANAKIL album “Demain peut-être”! The album is available in physical form from the BACO SHOP and on all platforms via this link. This project is supported by the entire Baco Music team, through its various activities: label, production, [...]

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    DANAKIL RELEASE TOUR

    To celebrate the release of Danakil's album “Demain peut-être” on September 27, we're planning a free mini acoustic tour in intimate venues! On the menu: small showcases, discussions with you over a drink, signing sessions... Here are the five dates: Lille au Zébulon / September 26 / [...]

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    NEW DANAKIL SINGLE FOR BACK-TO-SCHOOL SEASON

    Danakil present the third single from their album “Demain peut-être”, due for release on September 27. “Ça va, ça vient” is a particularly catchy track with a ska/rocksteady pattern, backed by the band's brass section! An upbeat, upbeat song, ideal for getting through the Indian summer lightly! The track is [...]

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    The Danakil and Sinsémilia take action against the extreme right

    The Danakil group invites Mike and Riké, members of the Sinsemilia group, on the song “La Démocratie Balbutie”. In the midst of a political crisis, it seemed essential for these key figures on the independent scene to speak out and call for combat against the far right. The Danakil group, currently in full promotion of […]

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    Danakil – pre-orders open!

    Pre-orders for the Danakil's next album “DEMAIN PEUT-ÊTRE”, which will be released on September 27, 2024, are open! Visit the Baco Shop to discover the album and our exclusive packs! The first 500 vinyls are signed by the whole group! Pre-orders at this link. 22 years of career. Tens of thousands of kilometers […]

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    The Danakil are back with a brand new single!

    Three years after their last album and the monumental tour that followed (over 100 dates, including 4 sold-out Zénith and 2 sold-out Olympia shows), the band DANAKIL is back with a new track that announces a new album for next fall! In "Demain peut-être," the singer Balik defends letting go, going against the grain of this hyperactive world [...]

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    New album and tour announced for Danakil !

    Danakil has announced a new album entitled « DEMAIN PEUT-ÊTRE », to be released on Friday September 27, 2024! On their social networks, they unveil the album cover, based on a work by artist Mika Husser. The painting resonates with the title of the new opus. The character's eyes, unblinking, symbolize the difficulty of […]

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    "Né Quelque Part" cover by Danakil & Booboo’zzz All Stars

    Check out the song "Né Quelque Part" by Maxime Le Forestier, covered by Danakil and Booboo’zzz All Stars! A track recorded and filmed at Baco Studio in Bordeaux. In 1986, in response to the "Pasqua Laws," which at the time tightened the conditions for immigrants arriving in France, Maxime Le Forestier wrote [...]

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    Danakil in concert at the Zénith in Paris on March 22, 2025!

    Danakil has never left the top of the French reggae scene throughout their 20+ years of career. After two sold-out Olympia shows in 2021, their next performance in Paris could only take place at the Zénith! In the meantime, they are perfecting many new releases that will be revealed in 2024. As you already know, nothing beats [...]

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    The remix of DIALOGUE DE SOURDS, titled DIALOGUE DE DUB, is now available!

    Twenty years ago, one of the major groups in the French-speaking reggae scene was born: DANAKIL. The band grew and evolved until 2008, when they released the album “DIALOGUE DE SOURDS,” which marked their professional breakthrough and brought them to the forefront of the scene. This album was crafted in the studio with sound engineer [...]

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    Meet Danakil at the Silex, Auxerre !

    Danakil will be live on 18th march at the Silex in Auxerre ! The show is sold out, but you can meet the band before their gig, from 6pm to 7pm in Silex's club ! You can register online only on Weezevent, or on venue's website directly.[…]

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    L’album Danakil Meets Ondubground Part.2 est disponible !

    Nous y sommes, l’album qui réunit le groupe DANAKIL au duo ONDUBGROUND est disponible dès aujourd’hui en CD, vinyles et digital ! Pour accompagner cette sortie, les deux collectifs ont souhaité offrir à leurs auditeurs une expérience live unique avec un livestream disponible en exclusivité sur YouTube. Dans un décor dystopique à l’aube d’une fin du monde où […]

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    Danakil support indie record stores for the release of their album!

    It's official, the collaborative album between the group DANAKIL and the Touraine duo ONDUBGROUND will be released on December 9th! For this release, DANAKIL, very attached to their values ​​of independence, wanted to highlight crucial players in the music industry: independent record stores. From November 18 to December 9, it will therefore be possible to obtain a preview […]

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