About this Event
Manden Express is a 5-piece band preforming music of Mali/West Africa, featuring Kamele n'goni harp, djembe drum, balafon, bass, drumkit and guitar. Members hail from Ireland, Spain, and South America. They have performed at festivals including Bray and Sligo Jazz Festivals, Africa Day Mainstage and Electric Picnic to name a few. The band take inspiration from artists including Oumou Sangare and Ali Farka Toure, fusing it with styles including rock, jazz, and South American music.
Led by multi-instrumentalist Paul McElhatton on 10 and 14 string Kamele n’goni, with Venezuelan guitarist Hector Castillo (Mr Castle), Chilean Percussionist Nico Sewe, Jose Carlos on Bass and Jake Quinn on drums.
ADDITIONAL BIO
Website www.afroeire.com/mandenexpress
Bandcamp www.mandenexpressband.bandcamp.com
Facebook https://www.facebook.com/mandenexpress
Event Venue
Dublin 2
EUR 12.00