Donald Dogbo

A rhythmic legacy. A unique voice in jazz.

Donald Dogbo is an Ivorian drummer and musician, heir to a lineage of drummers. Based in Montreal since 2014, he fuses traditional West and Central African rhythms with contemporary jazz, creating a vibrant and innovative musical universe.

Named Radio-Canada's Jazz Revelation of 2024, he released his second album, Ségui sô, in October 2025, following Coubli (2021). His work is supported by the Canada Council for the Arts, the Conseil des arts et des lettres du Québec, and the Conseil des arts de Montréal, which awarded him the 2025 Jazz Creation grant.

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NEW ALBUM: SÉGUI SÔ

"We start by saying “Wow, this is very good,” then we listen again, and we come to the conclusion that Ségui sô (“Return to the Roots”) is an exceptional release. This is great, very great organic fusion between jazz, prog, and West Africa (Dogbo the Montrealer is originally from the Ivory Coast). I put Coubli, the previous album (2021), back in my ears to compare. In this one, Dogbo manifests the West African elements of his musical heritage with more presence. Which results in a relatively more typical blend of Afro-pop and jazz. Ségui sô is of a completely different mould. The fusion of the various roots is deeper and more intrinsic, allowing a completely different tree to emerge, and to bear quite unique fruit. "

Frédéric Cardin - PAN M 360

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