Paskaal Japhet is from Madagascar. He comes from a family of musicians. Japhet played in various bands from Africa, Senegal, Guinea and Mali as a traditional drummer. He has worked in the jazz-world with Sylvin Marc, and has been involved in various film projects.



He has toured with Malagasy Artists, Justin Vali, D'Gary, and Tao Ravao. His first solo album "Razana" produced by Paddy Bush was recorded in 1994 and released by Night and Day. He has been touring Madagascar for the last year, where he played with Tirke, Rossy and Backom Rasta.



Paskaal is an exceptional musician who brings together the hypnotic rhythms of the Indian Ocean and the energy of Africa's West coast.