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Ibeyi is a French/Cuban musical duo consisting of fraternal twin sisters, Lisa-Kaindé and Naomi Diaz, who blend Yoruba, jazz, pop, soul, gospel, and hip-hop into their unique sound.
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Ibeyi, comprised of twin sisters Lisa-Kaindé and Naomi Diaz, was founded in 2013 in Paris, France. Born on December 13, 1994, the sisters were raised primarily in Paris, though they lived in Havana for their first two years and visited Cuba annually. Their heritage is significant, with their father being the acclaimed Cuban percussionist Miguel “Angá” Díaz, a Grammy Award recipient known for his work with Irakere and the Buena Vista Social Club, and their mother, Maya Dagnino, serving as their manager. Lisa-Kaindé is the lead vocalist and pianist, while Naomi contributes as a percussionist, playing the cajón and batá. Their musical style is characterized by a fusion of Yoruban music with elements of jazz, pop, soul, gospel, and hip-hop, with lyrics delivered in French, Spanish, Yoruban, and English.
The duo signed with XL Recordings in 2013, releasing their self-titled debut album “Ibeyi” in 2015. This album paid homage to their late father and also honored their older sister, who passed away in 2013, with the track “Yanira.” The video for their second single, “River,” gained significant attention in 2014, featuring the twins submerged in water. In 2016, Ibeyi appeared in Beyoncé’s “Lemonade” short film and performed at the CHANEL 2016 Cruise collection and the MUSICABANA festival in Havana. Their second album, “Ash,” was released in 2017 and was nominated for IMPALA’s European Album of the Year Award. In 2022, they released their third album, “Spell 31.” The sisters cite Frank Ocean, James Blake, and King Krule as influences, alongside their strong spiritual connection to their Yoruba roots and Santería.
Ibeyi’s career demonstrates a consistent exploration of their cultural background through music, earning them international recognition. Their work has involved collaborations with various artists and has led to their inclusion in significant cultural projects, highlighting their unique sound and lyrical depth. Their consistent release of albums and singles under XL Recordings underscores their established presence in the music industry.
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