LAMF 2014: Harare And London Zulu - 19.09.14
The four -strong band Harare from Zimbabwe is fronted by the exuberance and charisma of Zimbabwean musician Kuda Matimba and features a groundbreaking line-up, mixing the buzzing acoustics of the Southern African marimba and mbira, lead and bass guitars and kit drum. The music is driven by chimurenga sounds, the genre developed by music guru, Thomas Mapfumo. Their powerful and vibrant stage-shows have an unstoppable momentum guaranteed to fill the dance floor.
The first belongs to London Zulu, the project formerly fronted by the late, great South African singer and dancer Doreen Thobekile. Doreen’s daughter (and long-time vocal sparring partner) Ingrid Webster is taking her place in the spotlight to perform the songs of her mother and more. Backed by members of Transglobal Underground, she’ll be singing her heart out on a set of Township soul and West London funk.
