Dele Sosimi Afrobeat Orchestra in London

Dele Sosimi, a Nigerian-British musician who began his career playing keyboards for Fela Kuti's Egypt 80, brings his Afrobeat Orchestra to London. The 15-piece ensemble features a five-piece horn section and dancers, delivering a blend of complex funk grooves, Nigerian traditional music, and African percussion. Sosimi's music, rooted in Afrobeat, is known for its jazz horns and rhythmic vocals.

Attendees can expect a high-energy performance from a band that has played major festivals worldwide, including Montreux Jazz Festival and Paradiso Amsterdam. The core group includes musicians like Femi Elias on bass and Kunle Olofinjana on drums, ensuring a tight, authentic Afrobeat experience. This is a rare chance to see a living link to the genre's origins in an intimate London setting.