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August, 2008
United States
Habib Koité & Bamada
August 21, 2008
Malian guitarist Habib Koite is one of Africa's most popular and recognized musicians.
Habib's artistry draws on styles from the different regions of Mali, rather than solely on the music of his particular area as most Malian musicians do. He has gained a strong fan base by integrating the rock and folk sounds of the Western world, without watering down his cherished Malian roots. Habib descends from a line of griots, traditional troubadors who provide wit, wisdom and entertainment to the public. Taking this role to the world at large, his charisma and magnetism translates across cultures.
Habib’s artistry and powerful personality earned him the adoration of fans such as Jackson Browne and Bonnie Raitt, as well as a series of recognized Malian artists, including Keletigui Diabate and Toumani Diabate. They have all done a great deal to support Habib's music, by promoting private events designed to attract new audiences and performing live with Habib on stage. Gate: $24 Venue: Yoshi's, Jack London Square, 510 Embarcadero West Oakland, CA 94607
United States
Yinka Ayefele live in Atlanta
August 22, 2008
He is the trend, source of inspiration and rave of the moment among highlife and gospel music lovers. Yinka Ayefele has turned his ordeal into gains and positive changes as he works in the Lord’s vineyard. The voice of this journalist turned gospel artist is not only touchy and captivating but very entertaining.
Ticket: $30 Advance, $50 Gate $100 VIP
Venue: The Atrium Event Center: 5479 Memorial Dr Stone Mountain GA 30038
Time: 10:00PM (doors open 8:00PM)
United States
Fela! A New Musical
August 23, 2008
In this new musical, directed and choreographed by Tony Award winner Bill T. Jones with a book by Jim Lewis and arrangements by Aaron Johnson and Antibalas, audiences are welcomed into the extravagant, decadent and rebellious world of Afrobeat legend Fela Kuti. Using his pioneering music (a blend of jazz, funk and African rhythm and harmonies), Fela! explores Kuti's controversial life as artist, political activist and revolutionary musician. Featuring many of Fela Kuti's most captivating songs and Bill T. Jones's imaginative staging, this new show is a provocative hybrid of concert, dance and musical theater.
Venue: 37 ARTS: 450 W 37th St
New York, NY 10018 Get Directions
Performance Schedule
August 5 - September 3
Tuesday 7pm | Wednesday-Friday 8pm | Saturday 2pm & 8pm | Sunday 2pm
September 5 - September 21
Tuesday 7pm | Wednesday-Friday 8pm | Saturday 2pm & 8pm | Sunday 2pm & 7pm
