One of the best Afro-Funk-Jazz-Dub in the world with British and African musicians.

Think Fella, Olivier de Coque,  the all West African "Supa" sound from 60's /70's, Blue Note,  Sir Coxon , etc.. These guys play original songs with the most beautiful sound ever. .. Healer Selecta 's  " 'Coup De Coeur "

Headlining London Jazz Festival 2004
Raison D'etre show

“Pulsating Afro-beat from London paying respect to the originators whilst taking in contemporary urban influences from funk  to reggae to Jazz and hip hop.  Featuring the voice of  Nigerian elder statesman Adesose combined with a slice of rich, chunky horns from producers and writers Idris Rahman and Robin Hopcraft.  Get swept away on a groove that’ll rock you till sunrise provided by a rhythm section that has worked with the great names from Africa as well as the cutting edge of the UK music scene.”

 

New Album “Tangled Roots” Out Soon…featuring Netsayi, Keziah Jones, Rikki Rankin (Roots Manuva), Maxi Jazz (Faithless), Lucky Ranku and more…

 

Check out “Follow Your Path Remix” on the recent release “Essential Afrobeat” (Family records, Oct 2004)

 

Whilst Soothsayers’ debut album received rave reviews in the UK press, the live show presents a set of new material that continues the band’s journey form its afro jazz roots into exciting new territory. Prepare yourself for an organic sound as fitting to the streets of South London as to the dancefloors of Lagos or Accra.

 

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