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"Cult live afro-house dance sensations Afriquoi charmed the world with their fusion of Gambian kora, Congolese guitar, Mandinka percussion and infectious electronics. 100% essential and uplifting experience for all human souls into Francis Bebey, Ata Kak / Awesome Tapes From Africa, UK Funky, The Busy Twist, Onipa, K.O.G."
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A gig held at The Lantern on Friday 13th December. The event starts at 20:00.
Ear Trumpet Presents: Afriquoi, Standing Show at The Lantern, Bristol Beacon, Trenchyard St, BS15AR- 14+ (Under 18s to be accompanied by a responsible adult)
Doors 7:00pm Show: 8:00pm
Live African dance music, fusing Congolese guitar + Gambian kora virtuosity with UK electronic sensibilities to create uplifting, dancefloor-friendly new music for a new generation of music fans.
Afriquoi are an underground sensation, bringing an uplifting fusion of African music and live electronics. The masterful 5-piece live show combines Gambian kora, Congolese guitar + Mandinka percussion styles with electronic music drawing on house, garage, disco, soul + jungle to create something entirely unique.
Based in London, Afriquoi is a UK afro supergroup, with every musician a band leader in their own right. With members ranging in age across 3 decades, originating from Africa, the Caribbean and the UK, Afriquoi is true fusion music in the best sense of the word, bringing together a vast depth of musical knowledge, culture and life experience.
Formed in 2011 out of London's cultural melting pot, they have established a cult global fanbase, loved by fans both of African and electronic music. Their afro house classic 'Kudaushe' has become an established favorite in clubs all over the world, and they have toured all over Europe, with huge crowds singing along to their songs on major stages at Glastonbury, WOMAD, Dimensions, Fusion, Boomtown, Shambala , Bestival, Secret Garden Party and the London 2012 Olympics.
The debut album 'Kolaba' was released on 11th September 2015 on Wormfood Records, followed up by 'Abobo Nation Part 1' in May 2016 and 'Starship/Can I Know You' (featuring acclaimed jazz saxophonist Shabaka Hutchings and Ghanaian drumming troupe Kakatsitsi) in May 2017. 2nd EP 'Time is A Gift Which We Share All the Time' dropped in 2020 on French label Mawimbi, with new EP 'Leave Your Vanity' coming out in early 2023, including remixes by Zed Bias, Shy One, WheelUP and others.
The Afriquoi DJ set with live percussion has become something of a phenomenon in its own right, tearing up the floor with a wide spread of Afriquoi's influences, from Oumou Sangare and Francis Bebey right through to Louie Vega and Midland. Check out DJ mixes for Dimensions Festival and Rinse FM.
‘Congolese-tilted Afro-soul fusion to make your heart soar and your body groove! This is genre-bending and timeless music’
British-Congolese (DRC) artist Liz Ikamba serves up a distinctive sound that fuses inspiration from across the diaspora, from Congo folk music and traditional African rhythms to dub-reggae, jazz, soul and hip-hop. Think Nina Simone, Sade and Erykah Badu with a Congolese twist!
Loop pedal layers and beats, groove-driven riffs and soul-infused vocals combine to create an irresistibly joyous and deep, as well as soothing sound. Singing in both English and Lingala, Liz weaves together a personal and ancestral story that touches on universal themes of connection and yearning, taking us on a breath-taking voyage back and forth between DR Congo and the UK. Delivering a truly unforgettable and interactive show, Liz creates a shared feeling of belonging to a borderless musical community.
eartrumpet
Entry requirements: 14+, any under 18s accompanied by 21+ adult 1:1 ratio
Doors 7:00pm Show: 8:00pm
Live African dance music, fusing Congolese guitar + Gambian kora virtuosity with UK electronic sensibilities to create uplifting, dancefloor-friendly new music for a new generation of music fans.
Afriquoi are an underground sensation, bringing an uplifting fusion of African music and live electronics. The masterful 5-piece live show combines Gambian kora, Congolese guitar + Mandinka percussion styles with electronic music drawing on house, garage, disco, soul + jungle to create something entirely unique.
Based in London, Afriquoi is a UK afro supergroup, with every musician a band leader in their own right. With members ranging in age across 3 decades, originating from Africa, the Caribbean and the UK, Afriquoi is true fusion music in the best sense of the word, bringing together a vast depth of musical knowledge, culture and life experience.
Formed in 2011 out of London's cultural melting pot, they have established a cult global fanbase, loved by fans both of African and electronic music. Their afro house classic 'Kudaushe' has become an established favorite in clubs all over the world, and they have toured all over Europe, with huge crowds singing along to their songs on major stages at Glastonbury, WOMAD, Dimensions, Fusion, Boomtown, Shambala , Bestival, Secret Garden Party and the London 2012 Olympics.
The debut album 'Kolaba' was released on 11th September 2015 on Wormfood Records, followed up by 'Abobo Nation Part 1' in May 2016 and 'Starship/Can I Know You' (featuring acclaimed jazz saxophonist Shabaka Hutchings and Ghanaian drumming troupe Kakatsitsi) in May 2017. 2nd EP 'Time is A Gift Which We Share All the Time' dropped in 2020 on French label Mawimbi, with new EP 'Leave Your Vanity' coming out in early 2023, including remixes by Zed Bias, Shy One, WheelUP and others.
The Afriquoi DJ set with live percussion has become something of a phenomenon in its own right, tearing up the floor with a wide spread of Afriquoi's influences, from Oumou Sangare and Francis Bebey right through to Louie Vega and Midland. Check out DJ mixes for Dimensions Festival and Rinse FM.
‘Congolese-tilted Afro-soul fusion to make your heart soar and your body groove! This is genre-bending and timeless music’
British-Congolese (DRC) artist Liz Ikamba serves up a distinctive sound that fuses inspiration from across the diaspora, from Congo folk music and traditional African rhythms to dub-reggae, jazz, soul and hip-hop. Think Nina Simone, Sade and Erykah Badu with a Congolese twist!
Loop pedal layers and beats, groove-driven riffs and soul-infused vocals combine to create an irresistibly joyous and deep, as well as soothing sound. Singing in both English and Lingala, Liz weaves together a personal and ancestral story that touches on universal themes of connection and yearning, taking us on a breath-taking voyage back and forth between DR Congo and the UK. Delivering a truly unforgettable and interactive show, Liz creates a shared feeling of belonging to a borderless musical community.
eartrumpet
Entry requirements: 14+, any under 18s accompanied by 21+ adult 1:1 ratio
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