Magic System

The Ivorian group Magic System, pillar of African music and ambassador of joy, returns to Paris for highly anticipated concert series. Prepare for a deluge of coupé-décalé rhythms at the Adidas Arena.

Magic System, formed in the early 1990s in Abidjan, Côte d'Ivoire, has become one of Africa's most emblematic musical groups. Composed of Salif Traoré (A'salfo), Manadja, Goudé, and Tino, the quartet has imposed its unique style, coupé-décalé, well beyond West African borders. Their career truly took off with the planetary hit "Premier Gaou" in 1999, a song that not only captured minds through its driving rhythm but also through its life story, telling a man's misadventures facing a mercenary woman. This track was the starting point for a succession of successes that made millions dance worldwide, consolidating their pioneer status of the genre.

Magic System's musical style is an energetic fusion of traditional Ivorian sonorities and modern rhythms, with percussion predominance, synthesizers, and catchy melodies. Coupé-décalé, of which they are leading figures, is characterized by fast tempos, deep bass, and catchy refrains, often carriers of festive and positive messages. Through albums like "Kikafou" and "C'est chaud", the group continued exploring and enriching its sonic universe while remaining faithful to their music's essence. Their tracks like "Bouger Bouger", "Zouglou Dance", and the unavoidable "Chérie Coco" have become celebration and good vibes anthems, testifying to their ability to create universal pieces that cross cultures and generations.

Magic System's stage reputation is well-established: their concerts are renowned as genuine explosions of energy and sharing. The group is known for its stage generosity, offering dynamic performances where audiences are invited to actively participate. Expect a charged atmosphere where driving choreography and crowd interaction are commonplace. The group's members, always smiling and communicative, create immediate connection with their audiences, transforming each show into a great collective party.