AFRO FLAVA

The sound of the night is AFRO FLAVA: a blend of Afrobeat, Afrobeats, Afro-folk, and deep Afro House grooves.

SAUTI SESSIONS aims to collide Bristol's live music and dance scenes. We aim to build community in Bedminster! Hosted by raw vocal powerhouse Aisha Kigs, this night strips away standard gig structures to build a living, breathing dancefloor.

Cardiff’s brilliant DJ Samandollar holds down the decks, anchoring the sub-bass, while incredible Francophone Afro-soul vocalist Cindyblackbird delivers pure vocal heat.

The beating heart of the night is our massive 75-minute Open Jam section. The DJ and house band play simultaneously, creating a continuous, high-energy global electronic groove designed specifically for you to step up, collaborate, and flex your skills.

WEDNESDAY 14TH OCTOBER @DEPARTURE LOUNGE 1 West St, Bedminster, Bristol BS3 3NN

MUSIC STARTS AT 20:15

OPEN JAM 20:25PM - 21:35

THE CALL TO ARMS:

Musicians & Percussionists: Pull up with your horns, shakers, guitars or sticks. Plug into a relentless electronic sub-bass engine.

Vocalists, Rappers & MCs: Step up to the mic, bring your sharpest bars, and flex your musical muscles over continuous electronic loops.

Dancers & Music Lovers: The floor is wide open for a 75-minute continuous cypher. Pull up, grab a drink, and catch the spirit!

** THE TIMELINE:**

19:30 – Doors Open

20:15 – Music kicks off with Aisha Kigs

20:25 – The 75-Minute Open Jam (Your time to shine)

21:40 – Grand Finale performance with Cindyblackbird

21:52 – 23:00 – DJ set & bar lock-in until close