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A gig held at The Trinity Centre on Saturday 10th December. The event starts at 20:00.
Standing Show. 14+ (Under 18s to be accompanied by a responsible adult). Trinity Rd, St Jude's, Bristol BS2 0NW
Hyped for the Afriquoi show this Saturday at Trinity Centre , please see set times below, we are aware there is a big football game on the same night and the timings of the Afriquoi set will allow you to do both if you so wish. Come down for 8pm to get warmed up to the amazing sounds of Marla Kether and stick around until midnight to party with Ru Robinson.
8pm - Doors / Marla Kether
9.45pm - Afriquoi
11pm - Ru Robinson
12am - Curfew
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 6-piece live show combines Gambian kora, Congolese guitar + Mandinka percussion styles with electronic music drawing on house, soca, hiphop, 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 Carribean 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 gobal fanbase, loved by fans both of African and electronic music. Their afro house classic ‘Kudaushe’ has become an established favourite 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.
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.
Born in London to Congolese parents, Marla Kether is a session musician, producer and DJ. She is currently working with vocalists Yazmin Lacey, Loyle Carner and Obongjayar, as well as working on a self-produced dance music EP to be released in Spring 2023. https://eartrumpetmusic.co.uk
Entry requirements:
Hyped for the Afriquoi show this Saturday at Trinity Centre , please see set times below, we are aware there is a big football game on the same night and the timings of the Afriquoi set will allow you to do both if you so wish. Come down for 8pm to get warmed up to the amazing sounds of Marla Kether and stick around until midnight to party with Ru Robinson.
8pm - Doors / Marla Kether
9.45pm - Afriquoi
11pm - Ru Robinson
12am - Curfew
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 6-piece live show combines Gambian kora, Congolese guitar + Mandinka percussion styles with electronic music drawing on house, soca, hiphop, 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 Carribean 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 gobal fanbase, loved by fans both of African and electronic music. Their afro house classic ‘Kudaushe’ has become an established favourite 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.
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.
Born in London to Congolese parents, Marla Kether is a session musician, producer and DJ. She is currently working with vocalists Yazmin Lacey, Loyle Carner and Obongjayar, as well as working on a self-produced dance music EP to be released in Spring 2023. https://eartrumpetmusic.co.uk
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