Suntou Susso & The Gambian Superstars
- Sunnuntai, lokakuuta 25
- 19.00-22.00
- The Live Room Caroline Street, Shipley BD18 3JZ, Iso-Britannia
Info
Suntou Susso, a kora player, singer-songwriter and composer from The Gambia living in the UK, was born into the griot tradition. Fresh from releasing his second album, Jaliya Silokang - The Path of a Griot, he and his band are bringing his new music to The Live Room. Suntou’s compositions are rooted in the Afro-Manding and griot musical tradition with influences from folk, funk, jazz and soul. He is joined by a lineup of Gambian musicians, performing together in the UK for the first time.
Griots play an important cultural role as peacekeepers, advisors and oral historians, transmitting teachings and preserving a people's culture using song, music and poetry. Whilst this is an ancient role, Suntou’s latest album explores this role in a contemporary, global context. Drawing on his own experiences as well as the wisdom of elders and youth alike, the album is a journey into heritage and a vision for what lies ahead.
Line-up
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Samanlainen kuin Sura Susso
Participants
Tapahtumapaikka
The Live Room
Caroline Street, Shipley BD18 3JZ, Iso-Britannia