An Evening of African Blues

Open The Gate and The Africa Centre presents

An Evening of African Blues
FT. MINN DIARABI + DAJLA & The White Tiger Society


MINN DIARABI
Senegalese Blues with shades of Mbalax, Rumba and Afro-Latin

and support from DAJLA & THE WHITE TIGER SOCIETY : Soul and blues with heavy basslines.

Dancing until late!
An unforgettable evening of live music and entertainment that showcases some of the best blues influenced African artists today.

This gig is part of an exciting music series at the Africa Centre in partnership with leading African music artists and promoters including Juwon Ogungbe ('Life Force Music' Album Launch, March 2012), Open The Gate and more in the coming months.



✦ ABOUT MINN DIARABI
This truly remarkable Senegalese blues outfit draws elements from the rich Fula tradition interwoven with Rumba, Mbalax, Afro-Latin and deep blues. Led by Senegalese ABDOULAYE SAMB, MINN DIARABI (translates litterary ‘Mixed Love’) is definitely one of the best hidden gems on the London African music scene.

✦ ABOUT DAJLA & THE WHITE TIGER SOCIETY
With her french and african experiences, singer & bassplayer Dajla offers a blend of classic organic Soul music, contagious groves, heavy basslines and Reggae and Blues inspired melodies. Her music is a breath of fresh air, a claim for optimism and hope. In a world where darkness seems to be the focus of attention, Dajla & her band The White Tiger Society bring a message of Love and Light.