African
In 2005, the two members of this World Band met in Basel, Switzerland and decided to travel together in Cameroon. Upon their return, they decided to launch their musical project. With an amalgamation of traditional and modern instruments, both electric and acoustic, this World Band’s music carries the listener on a powerful and enchanting rhythmic journey: a real call to dance and meditation.
This Amsterdam African Band is an 11 piece Afro-fusion specialized in irresistible grooves. The band leader of this band is a master drummer with extensive knowledge of the many intricate rhythms of his native Ghana, West Africa.
This Cincinnati African Band is comprised of talented musicians that come from different musical and cultural backgrounds to play the unique style of music known as Afrobeat. Using the power of music, the band hopes to create appreciation for cultural diversity, respect for life and to contribute to making the world a more peaceful and respectful place in which to live. United, we can do it.
This African Band based in San Francisco is an authentic all-star group of West African music veterans. Together, they revive the band’s dance classics, with a fusion of African and world musics. Rich vocal harmonies, intertwining guitars, and exciting percussion make this group unbeatable!
This San Francisco African Band, professional, original and unique, electrifying and captivating musical feast. They can perform nationally and internationally for Festivals, Corporate Events, Universities, Concert Halls, Private Parties and Specialty Events. They perform African Music with fusions and influences of Afro-beat, Reggae, Funk, Jazz and World music.
This six-piece band plays music inspired by the rhythms of Southern and Western Africa. Their mix of traditional and original African-themed music is infectious, igniting rhythmic fire within the hearts and souls of their audience.Each performance is a celebratory event, a tribal atmosphere of good will and positive vibrations. Combining mbira (Zimbabwean kalimba), marimba (African xylophone), hand drums, saxophone, pennywhistle and vocal harmonies, the group creates a unique and varied sound. It is a sound which moves and delights their audiences, making them revelers.
Born in Mozambique, this artist has won the much sought after “Ngoma Mozambique” prize for he first recordings, and has quickly become one of the most popular musicians in his country.At the end of the eighties, he was already touring Europe together with Marrabenta Stars appearing at renowned venues like the Beat Apartheid! Festival in Berlin. In London, at the Hackney Empire, he shared the stage with Bhundu Boys and Mark Knoffler and in Africa with Youssou N?
This master musician and his brothers reside in San Francisco. They are among the few top contemporary Nigerian musicians with deep roots in African folk and highlife music. They put together their memories of traditional West African folk music, ‘palm-wine’ tunes, and highlife songs, bringing them to life with their harmonious voices, African guitar stylings, and hand percussion instruments. Together, they recreate the sweet, lilting sounds of their earliest village memories. This gentle but rhythmic music is a special treat for those who seek an authentic African sound.