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NYC Events - November 2008
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Tune in to Afropop Worldwide with Georges Collinet on
Nov. 2008 Program Calendar
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Friday, Nov. 14: Afropop Vignettes: Cuba
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Saturday, Nov. 15: Venezuela: The Rise of Afro-Venezuelan Music to the Present-Day Hugo Chazez Era
- Monday, Nov. 17: Shout Out to Colombia and Cuba
- Tuesday, Nov 18: Voice of the Leopard
- Wednesday, Nov 19: Afropop Vignettes: West Africa
- Thursday, Nov. 20: Afropop Vignettes, West Africa, Part 2
- Friday, Nov. 21: Afropop Vignettes: Percussion
- Saturday, Nov. 22: Afropop Vignettes: Festivals Around the World
Listen to Afropop every night, Mon-Sat 11pm!!!
CHECK BACK SOON FOR MORE PROGRAM LISTINGS
More Info at: www.afropop.org or www.myspace.com/Afropop
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Monthly Hot Picks
NOVEMBER
South American Women Music Series
Drom
Friday, November 14, 2008 8:00 PM
 
$12 General Admission
Sofia Tosello, a remarkable young singer hailing from Cordoba, Argentina, belongs to an exciting new group of South American artists who, by blending the traditional rhythms of their respective countries with a funky and sophisticated New York sensibility, are challenging the way Latin American song is done.
Andrea Tierra, singer-songwriter from Medellin, Colombia, is the result of the innovative mix of popular Latin-American rhythms with jazz, flamenco and the essence of her own poems which she brings to life on all her performances. Her songs are progressive and are often politicized against world injustice
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Bio Ritmo
Zebulon
Friday, November 14, 2008 8:00 PM
Bio Ritmo is a dynamic post-salsa band out of Virginia, that will undoubtedly make the dancefloor at Zebulon gyrate. They take the traditional sounds of Latin Jazz giants like Charlie Palmieri and Tito Puente, and build on them for the next generation.
Fri 10pm
258 Wythe Ave, between Metropolitan Ave and North 3rd St, Williamsburg
Brooklyn (718-218-6934)
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Najob Bahri
Alwan for The Arts
Saturday, November 15, 2008 8:30 PM
This Tunisian percussionist is joined by Amir ElSaffar (better known as an innovative jazz trumpeter) and violinist–oud player Rachid Halihal in classical and folkloric music from Tunisia.
Alwan for the Arts
16 Beaver St, between Broad St and Broadway, fourth floor, Financial District (212-967-4318)
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MIRIAM MAKEBA TRIBUTE
with Harry Belafonte, Randy Weston, Les Nubians, Somi and More...
Sunday, November 16, 2008 8:00 PM
It is with a heavy heart that we bear the news of Miriam Makeba's passing last Sunday evening. In honor of her indomitable legacy, spirit, and voice, we invite you to join us at (Le) Poisson Rouge this Sunday, November 16th, 2008 for Mama Afrika: A Tribute Concert to Miriam Makeba. The evening will feature remarks by Harry Belafonte and Art D'Lugoff, as well as performances by Randy Weston, Les Nubians, Somi, Gino Sitson, Wumni, Bakithi & Robbi Kumalo, Francis Mbappe, Dominic Kanza, Loide Jorge, and many more. Proceeds from the event will be donated to Sauti Yetu: Center for African Women in Miriam's honor. Doors open at 7:30PM and the show begins at 8PM. Suggested donation of $20. Advance tickets and reservations recommended.
Venue:
(Le) Poisson Rouge
158 Bleecker Street
New York, NY 10012
212-796-0741
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Amanda Diva, Che Grand and Blitz the Ambassador
The Knitting Factory
Wednesday, November 19, 2008 8:00 PM
On Wednesday, November 19th, Move Forward Music presents a night of live hip-hop with fast-rising independent stars Blitz the Ambassador, Amanda Diva and Che Grand. In a bill that not only showcases some of the hottest rap talents to come out of New York this decade, the concert will also highlight a musical progression in hip-hop, as the 3 featured acts all perform backed by live bands. In fact, aside from an opening DJ set to warm up the crowd, there will be no records played on November 19th. Horns will blow. Drums will bang. Mics will be rocked!
Brooklyn rapper Blitz the Ambassador grew up in Ghana and is using the mic to bridge the social gap between America and the rest of the world. Politically conscious with the skills and work ethic to match, Blitz performs with a 14-piece band that includes a complete horn section, a violin, cello and upright bass. This year has been an impressive one for Blitz the Ambassador, performing alongside legends like KRS-ONE, Slick Rick and Public Enemy, while rocking stages from Juneau, Alaska to Celebrate Brooklyn! in Prospect Park.
The stunning spoken word poet turned hip-hop singer, Amanda Diva, who was recently selected to be featured at the SWSX music conference in Austin, TX in March 2009, broke into the music industry as a VJ on MTV2 and host of “Breakfast at Diva’s” on Sirius Satellite radio. In December, she released the Life Experience, the first in a trilogy of EPs, which included viral hits like “Windows over Harlem” and “40 Emcees”, featuring Q-Tip. The talented Columbia University grad was praised by critics and fans alike and Diva proved her performance chops when she moved the sold-out crowd at SOB’s in March.
As hip-hop with live instrumentation becomes more prominent and acts like Lupe Fiasco, Ghostface Killah and Kanye West tour with live bands, it is important to highlight the young artists who are writing songs with musicians and including their band in the creative process.
When: Wednesday, November 19th at 9pm
Where: Knitting Factory, 74 Leonard Street. New York, NY 10013
Ticket Info: $12 in Advance/$15 Day of Show |
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Destination Guadeloupe
SOB's
Thursday, November 20, 2008 8:00 PM
Zouk music from the French Caribbean Island of Guadeloupe will be on full display Thursday the 20th of November. Fanswa Ladrezo & Alka Omeka, Luc Leandry & Jeff Joseph With Panik Band, and Jacques Schwartz Baye are all at the top of the Zouk music world and will be in attendance at SOB's.
Tickets $18 in advance, $20 day of the show
SOB's
204 Varick St. @ the corner of Houston
212-243-4940
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Boukman Eksperyans
SOB's
Sunday, November 23, 2008 8:00 PM
One of the Pillars of the Haitian Roots Movement, Boukman Eksperyans has been together for over 15 years, as a family based group, they are the quintessence of Haitian Roots Music. They were signed under Island/Mango Records with the Legendary Chris Blackwell in the 1990’s, they experienced major success on Island Records, but they never stopped their journey long after the label dissolved. Boukman Eksperyans is a movement, a cultural, musical messenger of love.
Tickets $12 in advance, $15 day of the show
SOB's
204 Varick St. @ the corner of Houston
212-243-4940
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Alex Cuba
Joe's Pub
Wednesday, November 26, 2008 9:00 PM
Singer-songwriter Alex Cuba hails from Artemisa, Cuba (40 miles from Havana) and resides in Smithers, B.C. (14 hours north of Vancouver). Musically, he lives everywhere in between. His trademark sugarcane-sweet melodies, pop-soul hooks and rock chords subtly subvert commonly held notions of what Cuban music is. Alex' 2nd album "Agua del Pozo" (Water From The Well), nominated for "Best World Music Album" at Canada's Juno Awards, represents a critically-acclaimed progression from his Juno-winning debut "Humo de Tabaco". Not tied to tradition, this Cuban-Canadian prefers his vintage '62 Gibson over el sencerro (cowbell) anytime.
Price: $18.00
9:30 PM - November 26 
Joe's Pub
425 LAFAYETTE STREET, NY, NY
212-967-7555
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Youssou N'Dour's Great African Ball
Nokia Times Square Theater
Wednesday and Thursday November 26 and 27, 2008
Youssou N'Dour is one of the most highly regarded African musicians in the world.
Showtime: 11:00 PM
Doors open: 10:00 PM
Ages: All Ages
Ticket Prices*: $50-$80
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Afrokinetic-Brooklyn Bridges
 
Musically connected, socially inclusive and culturally diverse, Afrokinetic events explore afro-rhythms influence on dance music worldwide; binding one of New York City's most colorful and positively charged dancefloors. With a seemless mix of afrofunk, house, soul, broken beat, latin grooves, jazz, reggae, rock and classics; innovative music, art, dance and beautiful people come together in dynamic environments.
Afrokinetic The Royale-506 5th Ave., Park Slope, Brooklyn
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THE MANDINGO AMBASSADORS
BARBES
EVERY WEDNESDAY @10pm
This legendary band was originally formed in Guinea, West Africa, in the late 1960’s by Guitarist Mamady “Djelike” Kouyate and singer Emile Soumah. Their music became some of the most beloved and influential of their generation and their songs were widely imitated. Mamady later went on to perform for many years with Guinea’s most popular group, Bembeya Jazz National. Now based in New York, Mamady Kouyate has decided to revive The Ambassadors. His electrifying guitar-work is supported by the new Mandingo Ambassadors, a crew of Guinean and American musicians who have steeped their glorious sound in classic 60's guinean mandingo music.
Barbes
9th Street & 6th Avenue
Park Slope, Brooklyn
(F train @ 7th Avenue) |
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World Music Dance Lounge/Parties * Films
Brazilian, Reggae, African, Latin & more |
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Tuesdays * Latin Night with live music/djs * 9 - midnight. no cover
Wednesdays * Reggae, Meta & The Cornerstones /djs * 10 - midnight. no cover
Thursdays * dj Henri St. Germain, Soukous Radio:
(last Thur each 2/28, 3/27, 4/24 . . . 10 pm until) - - spinning Soukouss, Makossa
Zoblazo, Konpa, Ragga, Cabo Love, Rai, Kwaito, Afro-Reggae, Zouk . . . details
Fridays * 7 pm - 10 pm * World Music Night
Check website for full schedule and any changes: No Music Cover Charge for most
Lava Gina
116 Ave C (7th & 8th Sts) NYC, (212) 477-9319
Directions:: F to 2nd Ave; L to 1st Ave : F to 2nd Ave; L to 1st Ave |
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African Music Nights * Live & Going On ! !
@ St. Nick's Pub! |
| Saturdays @ 10 pm until . . . * * * ONGOING WEEKLY* * * |
St. Nick's Pub, the reknowned serious jazz lover's club, presents live African music "on and on" with the band taking a small break or two to refresh and play some more and more. At break time the music switches to the good old fashion juke-box. St. Nick's Pub following in their established tradition of presenting great jazz music, also presents great African music Saturdays. FEATURING: Abdoulaye Alhassane former guitarist and musical director for one of the most dazzling West African roots bands ever, Mamar Kassey of Niger. Born in Niger to a Songhai family from Gao, Mali, Abdoulaye learned to play many instruments as a boy, both traditional and modern.
Call (212) 283-9728 for more information. NO COVER CHARGE
St. Nick's Pub
773 Saint Nicholas Ave, (149th St.) NYC (212) 283-9728
SUBWAY: A, C; B, D at 145 St - Full Directions- |
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Bembe Music Nights
Lounge n Dancing n djs n Live Percussions & Performances
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7 Days a Week - djs/live music starts @ 9 pm each night
Mon - Thu 7:30 pm - 4 am / Fri - Sun 7 pm - 4 am |
F R E E - - F R E E - - F R E E
Global Music * Multicultural Patrons * Fresh Fruit Elixirs * Art Exhibitions - 2 Floors
Tuesdays:. Rocksteady, Roots, Dub & Conscious Reggae
Thursdays: old school AfroCuban Salsa, Broken Beat & Latin Fusions. . . . LIVE Rumba
Fridays:.World Beat.. Samba Soul, . . . House Rhythums ...Live Percussion sets & guest instrumentals
Saturdays: Salsa, Reggae, Merengue, Samba, Brazilian music & House-Rhythms w/ Live Percussion...
Bembe
81 South 6th St. (corner of Berry St.)
Williamsburg Brooklyn (718) 387-5389
SUBWAY: L to Bedford Ave. or J, M, or Z to Marcy Ave stop - Full Directions |
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Afropop NYC September 2008
Afropop NYC Select Concerts & Events from September 2008
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