Konono No. 1 (Democratic Republic of the Congo) Konono No. 1 (Democratic Republic of the Congo), Bachelorette (New Zealand) For a band that has been playing music since the 1960s, not many people had heard of Congolese street funk outfit Konono No.1 up until a few years ago. But since being plucked from obscurity by [...]
Grace Barbe performing at the 2011 Bellingen Global Carnival September 30 – Oct 2 Since exploding onto the world music scene with her 2007 single ‘Mon Arive’, Grace has delighted audiences with her mix of reggae, soul, funk and afrobeat, a sound she calls “Afro-kreol”. And with her roots set firmly in the small nation [...]
CHRIS GUDU & BAND “Rhythms of Zimbabwe Return” Mittagong Playhouse, Saturday 10th September It was almost 2 years ago when the Chris Gudu Band sold out the Mittagong Playhouse during the tour of Chris’s earlier album Bavimbeni. Chris Gudu and his band return to the Southern Highlands with their unmistakable township jive music. As before, [...]
Saturday 10th September, 2011 Studio 2, Northcote Town Hall, 189 High Street, Northcote, Vic. 3070 Doors open 7.15pm, show starts 7.30pm. Tickets $20F/$18C/$60Family available from the Northctoe Town Hall Box Office 9481 9500 M-F 9-5 or online www.northcotetownhall.com.au By: Pam Kleemann
If you haven’t seen or heard Melbourne-based The Public Opinion Afro Orchestra – then WHAT ARE YOU WAITING FOR? This ensemble of singers, dancers and exceptional musicians from all cultures and backgrounds serve up some of the hottest Afro beat you’re likely to hear. If you want a taste of this West African-inspired musical magic, [...]
Mona Eltahawy will be speaking at Melbourne Writers Festival (MWF). Mona Eltahawy is an award-winning columnist, researcher and international public speaker on Arab and Muslim issues, including the virtues of confusion in breaking stereotypes of Muslim women and the growing importance of social media in the Arab world. Born in Egypt, she is now based in [...]
++++ ANGEL ++++ Joseph Tawadros (Oud), Matt McMahon (Piano), Dimitri Vouras (Clarinet) James Tawadros (Egyptian Percussion) FRIDAY, 9 SEPTEMBER,2011, 8pm TOM MANN THEATRE 136 Chalmers St, Surry Hills (Opposite Central Station, opposite Prince Alfred Park) Adult: $30 Concession: $25 For BOOKINGS please email: ujt83@hotmail.com joe_oud@tpg.com.au info@josephtawadros.com www.josephtawadros.com Tell all your friends and [...]
welcome to perth, western australia, kenyan community of wa annual ball 2011, friday 28/10/11 . chogm weekend black tie event cost 150 inc dinner, drinks and entertainment, small fashion show, kenyan dj, run by kenyans burswood entertainment complex, burswood , special guest kenyan pres honour kibaki , wa govt minister selling fast, tickets available [...]
Dereb the Ambassador’s 8-piece band will be playing one last show in Australia before departing on his ‘Lions on the Move’ tour of Ethiopia. Dereb Desalegn is well known on the streets of Addis Ababa as one of Ethiopia’s most respected singers. After moving to Australia he performed extensively with his group Lion of Judah [...]
In East Africa more than 12 million people are affected by famine. Thousands are fleeing Somalia to find food and refuge in Ethiopia and Kenya. Both these countries are affected by the worst drought in East African in 60 years. Donations can be made direct to UNHCR on 1300 440 433 or go to www.abc.net.au/eastafricaappeal
Zimfest Brisbane 2011Saturday 24th September 3.30pm – 11pm West Brisbane Bulldogs Rugby Club Sylvan Road, Toowong, Brisbane Zimfest Brisbane is finally back in 2011!! Extending an invitation to all Zimbos, Saffas, fellow Africans and any Aussies feeling brave enough!! So dig out you old Zim flag and dust of off your vellies and come join us [...]
HAT (Health Australian & Tanzania) and NKABOM brings you a fun and tantalising night of traditional and contemporary African dancem drums and culture, with the help of Asanti Dance Theatre. This night aims to raise funds for two special projects – respectively located in the East African nation of Tanzania and West African [...]
