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"A bonafide Mandé powerhouse serving up super breezy, soulful hybrids of West African traditions fused with contemporary funk and jazz. The Balimaya Project captures themes of Black identity and community through personal stories and collective catharsis, with electrifying results FFO: Fela Kuti, Nubiyan Twist, Jembaa Groove."
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A gig held at The Trinity Centre on Friday 3rd October. The event starts at 19:30.
The Balimaya Project, founded by Yahael Camara Onono, blends West African Mandé traditions with London’s hybrid music scenes. Born to a Nigerian mother and Senegalese father, Camara Onono’s influences span from Nahawa Doumbia to Marvin Gaye. After playing with Afro-Venezuelan and jazz groups, he formed Balimaya Project in 2019. The 16-piece band mixes cultural nuances, bridging African and diasporic sounds.
Their debut album Wolo So and follow-up When The Dust Settles explore collective polyrhythms, emotional themes, and personal stories, capturing the journey of Black identity and community in the diaspora.
+ Kesh (AnExpereince / Pangea)
Please note this is a standing event, accessible seating is available.
Venue levy: Trinity has introduced a £1 Restoration Levy on every event ticket sold. This income will be used to create a dedicated fund for critical building works that will protect and maintain the Trinity Centre building and grounds.
About Trinity Presents
This is part of Trinity Presents - our in-house programme of music and performance, bringing world-class artists and emerging talent to inner-city audiences.
Entry requirements: 14+, any under 18s accompanied by 21+ adult 1:1 ratio
Their debut album Wolo So and follow-up When The Dust Settles explore collective polyrhythms, emotional themes, and personal stories, capturing the journey of Black identity and community in the diaspora.
+ Kesh (AnExpereince / Pangea)
Please note this is a standing event, accessible seating is available.
Venue levy: Trinity has introduced a £1 Restoration Levy on every event ticket sold. This income will be used to create a dedicated fund for critical building works that will protect and maintain the Trinity Centre building and grounds.
About Trinity Presents
This is part of Trinity Presents - our in-house programme of music and performance, bringing world-class artists and emerging talent to inner-city audiences.
Entry requirements: 14+, any under 18s accompanied by 21+ adult 1:1 ratio
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