Jean-Marc Monnerville - Tours and Music

Tours and Music

Kali had a new album in 1995, with unplugged versions of his former hits. He once again angered conservatives and certain nationalists with his powerful lyrics. He continued to give concerts throughout France and in 1996 he was invited to sing in Zimbabwe where he joined other musicians celebrating the Centenary of the first anti-colonial insurrection. After a European tour, Kali had a new album titled Racines IV in 1998. Nowadays Kali spends most of his time close to his hometown, worrying and singing against the pervasive influence of globalization. He also give concerts to schools in Martinique in order to share his view of music and roots with young students.

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