Buruntuma is one of the most respected names in the Portuguese Afro House scene and has made an impact across Europe.
Rooted in the traditional music of his native Guinea-Bissau, he combines the rich sounds of West Africa with influences from the Lisbon suburbs. This mix results in a unique sound that has enchanted audiences in several countries.
His most recent collaboration is with Cape Verdean singer Dino D’Santiago on the song entitled “Longe“. The track features strong Cape Verdean and Guinean influences, further enriching Buruntuma’s already diverse musicality.
The essence of the song “Longe” is strongly impregnated by the contagious beat of House music, which invites listeners to let themselves be carried away by the enveloping melody. However, this collaboration goes far beyond rhythm and beats. It touches the heart as it reflects the difficult journey that all of us as human beings face in our lives.
The message conveyed by the music is powerful: overcome obstacles and prosper by trusting our inner voice. It’s a personal odyssey, a journey of self-knowledge and self-discovery that many of us take on a daily basis. Through “Longe“, Buruntuma and Dino D’Santiago express the importance of listening to our intuition, and our deepest desires and moving forward, even when the path seems uncertain.
Dino D’Santiago’s voice blends seamlessly with Buruntuma’s arrangements, creating a harmony that transcends cultural and linguistic boundaries. The result is a truly moving musical experience that resonates in the listener’s soul.
“Longe” is much more than a simple musical collaboration; it is a work that unites the influences and roots of the artists in an unparalleled synergy. It carries with it the richness of African culture, the energy of House music, and the universal message of persistence and self-knowledge.
Buruntuma’s musical trajectory includes presentations in prestigious venues, such as Gretchen in Berlin, Djoon in Paris, Bootshaus in Cologne, Paradiso in Amsterdam, and Bird in Rotterdam. In addition, he was also present at several festivals, such as African Nouveau in Nairobi and Womex in Las Palmas. These performances demonstrate the global reach and impact of his music, which transcends geographic and cultural boundaries.
Buruntuma has assumed the mission of preserving and transmitting the history, knowledge, poems, and music of its people.
