Obituary: Rudy Gomis (1946-2022) | Songlines
Friday, April 29, 2022

Obituary: Rudy Gomis (1946-2022)

By Nigel Williamson

The long-time Senegalese singer and percussionist with Orchestra Baobab passed away this week at the age of 75

Baobab

Rudy Gomis, sat second from right, with Orchestra Baobab ©Youri Lenquette

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