Festive Party Night with Kanda Bongo Man & Friends
Supported by Kasai Masai
Saturday 20th December, 8pm
Book before 31st October for special Early Bird reduced ticket price.
Join us for an unforgettable night of live music and dancing with one of world music’s greatest stars.
The legendary Kanda Bongo Man returns to The Horton for a high-energy festive party night that promises to get everyone moving supported by the charismatic Kasai Masai bringing the taste of tropical Africa through rhythms and melodies.
A pioneer of Congolese soukous music, Kanda Bongo Man revolutionised the world music scene in the 1980s with his infectious rhythms, vibrant guitar solos, and joyful performances. Don’t miss this chance to experience the magic of a true musical icon live on stage. He is most famous for structural changes he implemented to soukous music with mesmerizing guitar solos that gave birth to the famous” KWASA KWASA” dance.
Championed by John Peel and BBC Radio 1 in the late 80s, Kanda played a key role in introducing African and world music to the mainstream. Now with a huge and loyal fan base, his music still receives regular airplay.
Kanda’s music has always been driven by optimism and happiness. His exhilarating performances are exciting and energetic yet deeply rooted in the Congolese tradition.
With an incredible seven-piece band, don’t miss Kanda Bongo Man bring the joyous music and dance of central Africa for an unforgettable experience.
Kasai Masai’s music reflects their journey from the rural to the urban world. They mix the infectious dance grooves of Soukous, traditional Congolese folkloric music, and of course their own contemporary style and Kasai Masai magic.
Written in Swahili, Lingala and Kimongo, Kasai Masai’s lyrics portray the cultural diversity of Congo where more than four hundred languages are spoken.
“Kasai Masai successfully marry a respect for vintage grooves with an overwhelming urge to move the dance floor this is the sound of the old and new, of the countryside and the city, from deep in the heart of Africa…”
Nige Tassell, Womad Festival
Tickets
Early Bird (valid until 31st October): £27
General Admission: £31
Student: £20
A £2 booking fee is included. This applies when booking online and in person. The booking fee covers costs charged to the charity for the booking system and payment processing.
