Pat Thomas is a name known by many and perhaps all lovers of West African grooves, as he is a staple name in the rare groove resurgence, heightened by the likes of Strut Records, reissuing some old regional classics. Known by some as the ‘golden voice of Africa’ (officially crowned...
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Since its inception, Africa Express has proved to be a far-sighted project inspired by the will to unite and allow musicians from Africa and Europe to collaborate. Their upcoming 5-hour festival, on stage at The Big Top in Leytonstone on Friday, will bring forward that mission thanks to an all-star...
Here at Rhythm Passport we are always looking for new ways to support and spread the word about quality and meaningful music and give you chance to listen to it. So, we are more than excited to invite you to the first episode of Meet & Greet with the Album,...
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To be fair, Vula Viel are a blessing for a music scene like the London one, obsessed with coolness and what being cool implies. They simply play what they like, how they like it. Paraphrasing the title of their upcoming album, they’re not afraid, they can afford to be natural....
For four nights, the Pizza Express Live programme will put aside its usual jazzy and bluesy aplomb to wear funky and upbeat music clothes. Between the 24th and 27th October, the Holborn venue will go wild hosting Global Beats, a music series organised in association with Shades of Soul and presenting...
Ever wondered what to do in London and when and where to go to listen to some good music? Don’t ask twice, we’re here for you… SOAS Radio opened its doors to us for a brand new episode of Rhythm Passport on Air. “Tune in” by clicking on the player below and...
A truly special evening at Jazz Café London will host a group of highlife music aficionados that is very likely to bring up the Ghanaian spirit of the ‘King of Highlife’. Highlife music airs meandering horn sounds melting with a travelling guitar’s voice, accompanied by up-tempo, enhanced clave rhythms. The...
Three months ago, we had the pleasure and thrill to host them on the Epic Dalston stage. Having known them and enjoyed their music, it’s almost inevitable to recommend anyone to attend their gigs. So, don’t make any plans for the 4th of August, you should even postpone your holidays...
There are gigs you’d enjoy on a beach, dancing on the sand and soothing yourself against the background voice of the waves. Unfortunately, since we’re not living in such a picture postcard scene, we can only dream of such places. But all is not lost, because even in London you...
