Samba Sene and Diwan

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Music (world music)

  • Venue 57
    The Jazz Bar - Partially Seated
  • 00:00
  • Aug 7
  • 1 hour 30 minutes
  • Suitability: 18+ (Restriction)
  • Country: United Kingdom - Scotland
  • Group: Samba Sene and Diwan
  • Warnings and additional info: This show starts after midnight. Performances on the Fringe App are listed in the standard 24-hour clock. If you are booking on the Fringe App please select the performance date on the correct calendar date.
  • Babes in arms policy: Babies are not allowed in the venue
  • Policy applies to: Children under 2 years
Venue Age Restriction: Accompanied 6-15 years may enter until 20:00, accompanied 16-17 years until 22:00. Strictly 18+ after 22:00

Description

Exuberant fusion of funky mbalax/Afrobeat rhythms, with undercurrents of ska, rock and Senegalese soul; original songs with impassioned vocals, infectious guitar licks and irresistible dance grooves. Led by charismatic Senegalese singer Samba Sene, Diwan is a diverse international collection of musicians, who share a global outlook and love of West African beats. Original songs, with influences including Samba’s former mentor Baaba Maal, Youssou N’Dour, Bob Marley and Aswad. Get your Senegalese groove on! 'Top quality world music' ***** (EdinburghSpotlight.com). 'Blistering tequila sunrise of a gig...' **** (BroadwayBaby.com). 'Exuberant, richly layered...' **** (Scotsman).

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General venue access

  • Accessible entry: Two flights of stairs, totaling 25 steps, down into the space.

    • Wheelchair access type: Not fully wheelchair accessible

  • Stairs: 20+
    Number of stairs is provided as guidance and is not in addition to any wheelchair access type (lift/ramp etc) stated above.

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