Keyim Ba

With a rhythm section born in West Africa, this brilliant eight piece band bring the influences of reggae, funk and rap to West African grooves.

Led by the ever charismatic Sibo Bangoura from Guinea, the group has enormous energy and an intoxicating upbeat sound, giving tradition a modern twist that never fails to fill the dance floor. The talk of Woodford Folk Festival 2014/15, Keyim Ba brings together Australia’s best West African musicians, taking audiences on an exciting musical journey celebrating a vibrant and colourful culture.

This performance lineup will be led by the charismatic, West African born djembe powerhouse that is Sibo Bangoura. Sibo will be accompanied on doun doun by legendary percussionist Yacou MBaye, on talking drum by Sabar and Congas, lead guitar and bass by Jon Pease and Tina Harris, Paula Baxter singing soul vocals and Rachel Bangoura bringing the dancefloor moves. With all band members working as full times musicians, these artists are truly committed to the intoxicating groove of West Africa.

The Australian noted the authenticity of the international sound when they wrote, “Australia has a new West African band capable of holding its own on the world stage…”. Crikey described the band as, “sensational…an Afro-Australian treasure.”

Get into the groove and join the exhilarating dancing and drumming sounds of West Africa at this vibrant World Music Series performance. The traditional sounds with a modern groove of Keyim Ba will delight lovers of all music.

Keyim Ba play the Tanks Arts Centre this Friday the 8th of July. Tickets on sale now.

Tickets available through Ticketlink

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