Eddy François

Eddy François is a Haitian musician,^[1][2]

François was a founding member of Boukman Eksperyans.^[3] In 1990 he left the band, with two other members to become a front-man of a new band called, Boukan Ginen.^{[4][5][6][7][8]}

In 2004 he released his first solo album, Zinga, and then in 2008 he released a second solo album Djohu produced in the US by Andy Barrow.^[9]

Discography

• See Boukman Eksperyans 1985-1989
• See Boukan Ginen 1990-Present

Solo albums:

• Zinga (2004)

• Djohu (2008). Tracklist:^[10]

1. Djohu
2. Blakawout
3. Koule
4. Sou Do'm
5. Zang Yo
6. Afrikayiti
7. Na woule
8. Lakay
9. Anacaona
10. Tchaka Mizik
11. Tande Kri A Yo

References

1. http://rfimusique.com/siteen/biographie/biographie_7848.asp
2. http://www.caribbeanlifenews.com/stories/2012/7/2012_07_06_tequila_zing.html
3. Billboard - 11 Jul 1992 - Page 33 "Formed in the mid-'80s by Beaubrun, his wife Mimerose, and Eddy Francois, Boukman Eksperyans was named after ..."
4. Michael R. Hall Historical Dictionary of Haiti 0810878100 - Page 45 The 10-member group is headed by lead singer Eddy Francois, a former member of Boukman Eksperyans. Boukan Ginen's music is a blend of powerful rara rhythms and Voodoo-inspired group chanting. Boukan Ginen was awarded the prize of best song at the annual Kanaval celebration in 1991 for its rendition of “Pale Pale W” [talk]. ... The military dictatorship led by Raoul Cédras between 1991 and 1994 considered the group's music incendiary and prohibited radio stations from..."
5. Peter Manuel, Kenneth Bilby, Michael Largey Caribbean Currents: Caribbean Music from Rumba to Reggae 2012 1592134645 "The group Boukan Ginen was formed by Eddy François when he left Boukman Eksperyans in 1990.
6. Rhythm Music Magazine: RMM 1995 -- Volume 4 Page 15 Boukan Ginen came together in 1990 when Eddy Francois (lead vocals and musical director) Vladimir "Jimmy" Jean Felix (guitar), and percussionist Vladimir "Jimmy" Jean Felix (guitar), and percussionist Evens "Zilibo" Seney split off from Boukman Eksperyans. They recruited seven others on guitar, bass, keyboard, vocals, and lots of percussion, ranging from the steady kick-drum pulse of ..".
7. Howard J. Blumenthal The World Music CD Listener's Guide 1998 -- Page 21 Boukan Ginen In 1990, former Boukman Eksperyans members Eddy Francois (lead vocalist), Vladimy "Jimmy" Jean Felix (guitarist), and Evens Seney (one of several percussionists) formed a new group
8. Revue noire 1995- Page 85 Les puissants rythmes rara des tambours dirigent l'orchestre et portent très haut le chanteur Eddy François. Exubérante, la musique est ici un exutoire à la souffrance quotidienne et une interrogation sur l'avenir d'Haïti : Travay, An N Aie Wè. Pale Pale W (avec lequel Boukan Ginen a gagné le ..."
9. Panoramag - 23 - Page xxii Quatre ans après «Zinga», Eddy François lance son deuxième album solo. Intitulé «Djohu» et produit par Solèy Sounds, le nouveau disque est lancé début décembre. Enregistré aux Etats-Unis, l'album est produit par Andy Barrow qui a aussi produit le collectif Alo Haiti, ainsi que des artistes tels que Bélo, Kia et Mika ..."
10. http://www.amazon.fr/Djohu-Eddy-Francois/dp/B0025GWU0U/