Seckou Keita at Norwich Arts Centre

Seckou Keita is a kora player and drummer from Senegal. He is a charismatic live performer and one of the few champions of the less-known and rhythmically rocking kora repertoire from Casamance in southern Senegal. On Saturday 3rd November 2012 I attended his concert at Norwich Arts Centre which was the finale of Norfolk Black History Month.

His new album Miro has just been released and this was the perfect night for Seckou Keita to showcase his music which is influenced by his West African roots and travels around the world. His music put smiles on everyone's faces and got lots of the crowd dancing on a night of positive vibes at Norwich Arts Centre.

Dub Me Tender!

On Wednesday 3rd October 2012 I attended the Dub Colossus Dub Band gig at Norwich Arts Centre. This was an exciting night to be at the St. Benedict's Street venue as the Dub Colossus Dub Band who are an fusion band with an inventive blend of Ethiopian jazz and traditional styles, dub reggae and atmospheric instrumentals put on a show to get us all dancing.

Dub Me Tender is the name of their latest album which they brought  to life on the Norwich Arts Centre stage. A full live dub band, this time based around the UK musicians involved in the project, has been put together. This latest version of the Dub Colossus live experience is designed to move the dancefloor in an uncompromising fashion, though still keeping that unmistakeable Ethiopian flavour. This event was part of Norfolk Black History Month 2012.

Just call me Daby!

Daby Touré wants you
to just call him Daby!

It was like a celebration of life at Norwich Arts Centre on Saturday night when Daby Touré brought his infectious brand of global soul-tinged pop to Norwich as part of Norfolk Black History Month. His music is at home equally on the African sands of the Sahara Desert as on the bustling streets of Paris.

During his ninety minute show he had the audience on their feet and clapping almost non-stop. With loads of energy and a constant smile everyone was put into a happy mood and were very willing to join in with Daby's singing. He had a brilliant repour with everyone in the auditorium.

Daby Touré is one of Senegal’s best known exports who has become a top class performer. His music crosses many musical boundaries. From the banks of the Senegal River to the shores of rural Norfolk. Just call me Daby!