Afriquoi
Live at Strange Brew
+ Chiedza (dj)
Friday 26th June
7pm until 10pm

AFRIQUOI

Live African dance music, fusing Congolese guitar + Gambian kora virtuosity with UK electronic sensibilities to create uplifting, dancefloor- friendly new music for a new generation of music fans.

Afriquoi are an underground sensation, bringing an uplifting fusion of African music and live electronics. The masterful 5-piece live show combines Gambian kora, Congolese guitar + Mandinka percussion styles with electronic music drawing on house, garage, disco, soul + jungle to create something entirely unique.

Based in London, Afriquoi is a UK afro supergroup, with every musician a band leader in their own right. With members ranging in age across 3 decades, originating from Africa, the Carribean and the UK, Afriquoi is true fusion music in the best sense of the word, bringing together a vast depth of musical knowledge, culture and life experience.

Formed in 2011 out of London’s cultural melting pot, they have established a cult global fanbase, loved by fans both of African and electronic music. Their afro house classic ‘Kudaushe’ has become an established favourite in clubs all over the world, and they have toured all over Europe, with huge crowds singing along to their songs on major stages at Glastonbury, WOMAD, Dimensions, Fusion, Boomtown, Shambala, Bestival, Secret Garden Party and the London 2012 Olympics.

The debut album ‘Kolaba’ was released on 11th September 2015 on Wormfood Records, followed up by ‘Abobo Nation Part 1‘ in May 2016 and ‘Starship/Can I Know You‘ (featuring acclaimed jazz saxophonist Shabaka Hutchings and Ghanaian drumming troupe Kakatsitsi) in May 2017. 2nd EP ‘Time is A Gift Which We Share All the Time’ dropped in 2020 on French label Mawimbi, with new EP ‘Leave Your Vanity’ coming out in early 2023, including remixes by Zed Bias, Shy One, WheelUP and others.

The Afriquoi DJ set with live percussion has become something of a phenomenon in its own right, tearing up the floor with a wide spread of Afriquoi’s influences, from Oumou Sangare and Francis Bebey right through to Louie Vega and Midland. Check out DJ mixes for Dimensions Festival and Rinse FM.

CHIEDZA

Chiedza is a driving force in Bristol’s music scene, championing the electrifying sounds of amapiano, gqom, and afro house. Known for her genre-blending versatility, she has played major festivals including Shambala, El Dorado, and Love Saves the Day, delivering dynamic, forward-thinking sets that energise crowds.

She has supported artists such as Katy B, Overmono, Kilamanjaro, and Charisse C, cementing her reputation as a trusted selector with a sharp ear for cutting-edge sounds.

Beyond festivals, Chiedza has worked with leading promoters like Club Djembe and See No Evil, while hosting regular shows on Noods Radio and Void, platforms where she connects global club influences with Bristol’s underground energy.

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