Anka Foh is made up of Malian singer Dasmy Jo and French electronic music producer Ditti. The duo met at a series of culture mashing jam sessions between musicians from all over the world in Paris’ underground bars. The two artists clicked and came together to work on some of Dasmy’s compositions – within a few months they formed Anka Foh.

Their debut EP Kounady was released on Shika Shika in January 2021, four tracks of much needed upbeat, joyful, soul music that finds a magical sweet spot between Dasmy’s original compositions, inspired by Mandingue traditional music, and Ditti’s jubilant electronica. Anka Foh have created an uplifting and refreshing debut. Music that somehow combines the dancefloor, douceur (sweetness) and melancholy but, most of all, a big dose of fun.

Dasmy Djo is a Malian composer and singer. After years as a member of the thriving Bamako music scene, during which time he released two albums, Dasmy moved to France to pursue his musical career. He has since performed at concerts and festivals across the
country and made a name for himself Paris’ underground world music scene. He formed Anka Foh in 2020 with Ditti, who met during a series of jam sessions uniting musicians from all over the world.

Ditti is a French electronic music producer and DJ whose style evokes a cosy, festive, downtempo vibe. His sets and productions unite memorable melodies, organic percussions and playful synths. In 2018 he co-founded the multi-coloured Parisian label Curuba and in 2020 joined Dasmy Djo to found Anka Foh.