The Hairoine @ Afrikokoa May 25, 2008

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AFRIKOKOA @ BIG CHILL HOUSE, Kings Cross
BANK HOLIDAY SUNDAY 25th MAY 2008
6pm to 1am - FREE ENTRY

AFRIKOKOA ushers in some sunshine in terms of some fantastic afro music with the next Live session at the Big Chill House, 257-259 Pentonville Road, King’s Cross, London, N1 9NL on Bank Holiday SUNDAY 25th May 2008, Kings Cross Northern Line and Thames Link, Next door to Thames link and Scala.

On this session from the heart of Brixton comes YAABA FUNK, a ten piece band who, since forming from jams at house parties in 2006, have rocked clubs, fired up festivals and demonstrated that the spirit of Fela Kuti resides in South London.

YAABA FUNK play a mix of classic 70’s Ghanaian Hi-Life and hard-hitting funk. They cut this monster sound with a strong dose of ‘Afro-broken-beat’, Ska and Dub flavours, whilst Senegalese, Brazilian and Cuban influences broaden and fill out their sound.
Three vocalists, horns, percussion and funky African guitars, underpinned by deep analogue bass and driving drums create a 21st century urban Afro sound. Yaaba Funk’s live shows are renowned for raw energy, huge grooves and great musician ship. Guaranteed to get all listeners up and dancing.

We are also proud to feature ‘Spoonface’ Trio with Spoonface on vocals, Adrian Curtis on guitar and Phil Craig on accordion. ‘Living On The Venus Express’ is the first and eagerly anticipated solo album offering from Spoonface, an album that highlights his true vocal capabilities. With a sophisticated blend of acoustic folk/pop and a hint of reggae influence, this album's appeal aims at a wide and diverse spectrum of listener.
Spoonface had his first taste of international recording success as Black Legend with his reworking of the Barry White classic "You See The Trouble With Me" reaching No. 1 in the UK and selling over 2 million copies. His distinctive vocals make him instantly recognizable and provide the uniqueness that commands a strong following from his loyal fan base, as well as the appreciation and respect from fellow musicians.
He has collaborated with numerous renowned artists from varying genres, and presently enjoys success in the UK and Europe with a number of dance projects including Floor Boogie act Ear Dis. Living On The Venus Express glorifies the true depth of his ability.

Resident DJs AJ Kwame (Runaways) and Baggy will to explore the universal sounds of new and old Afro-musical fusions from African Hip-Hop, Afrobeat to Afro-soul to Hip-Life, Afro-Eurasian grooves to Afro-house, Broken Beat to Dubstep and Bashment and Beat Poetry.

Artistic works will be provided by Erin Sorenson.

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