SKIN World Wide Presents "Watu Wa Dunia" Featuring DJ Mpenzi, Ibou Ngam, DJ Cecil, Diaztek, Son of Sōn & Soul Mojo
Brix 581 Oakland, CA
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SKIN World Wide Presents "Watu Wa Dunia" Featuring DJ Mpenzi, Ibou Ngam, DJ Cecil, Diaztek, Son of Sōn & Soul Mojo
SKIN Presents: "Watu Wa Dunia" Saturday, July 11th 2015
Depending on which elder you are speaking to, "Isikuti" roughly translates to "Voice of the People" or "Is Good". A dance shared by the Isukha and Idakho people of Western Kenya, Isukuti is a passionate, energetic dance that shapes many cultural occasions, from childbirths, to funerals, weddings to sporting events. The Isikuti dance honors social integration and diversity and signifies the coexistence between families and communities, youth and their elders. Always, these dances are filled with singing, and are accompanied by a trio of drums bearing the same name. Known for their irresistible, bass-y sound, the Isukuti drums are commonly used for therapy, ritual, entertainment and to connect to the world of the ancestors.
There will always be music that, when felt, connects us as people. These harmonies speak to our richest histories, most humble struggles, most profound joys, our quiet losses. From the ritual to the free form, from the synchronized to the rhapsodical, we bring the fullness of who we are and dance for life, as we have for centuries.
Continuing tradition, we invite you to join us into a space of joy embodied, diversity celebrated, and life honored as we travel through the deepest rhythmic histories from Angola to Antigua, Oakland to Zimbabwe with percussion and loved ones by our side.
Featuring: DJ Mpenzi (Kenya / Mondial Afrique) Percussionist Ibou Ngam (Senegal / Sambada)
Residents: DJ Cecil Diaztek Son of Son Soul Mojo Djembefola
Artisan Village: Apreal Showers Candid Arts Joanne Ludwig
Hosted By: Ms. Candi
Brix 581 5th St. Oakland, USA 9pm - 2am / 21+ $5 Before 10pm / $10 After
Info: http://www.skinworldwide.net
Soca | Dancehall | Tropical Bass | Azonto | Kudoro | Festejo | Afro-Beat | Samba Afro-House | Highlife | Coupe DeCale | Salsa Y Mas
Location
Brix 581 (View)
581 5th Street
Oakland, CA 94607
United States
