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Kinobe - African roots

Born near Lake Victoria in Uganda, Kinobe (Chinobay) is a gifted Ugandan multi-instrumentalist, singer-songwriter and philanthropist known for his inspired synthesis of African roots and global fusion. He is dedicated to bringing love and joy to people through his music and contributing to building healthier lives and communities for children and families everywhere. Kinobe's first international performance was in Netherlands at the age of ten with his school ensemble and by 21, he had visited several countries in Africa studying and playing with celebrated musicians including. Over the years as a touring musician he has shared the stage with re-known African musicians including Toumani Diabate, Youssou N'dour, Salif Keita, Angelique Kidjo, Oliver Mtukudzi and Baaba Maal and exposure to the bright palette of musical cultures makes Kinobe a unique contributor to world music. He has given concerts and workshops all over the world, bringing a powerful World-roots-dance sound to festival main stages and theatres, and intimately captivating solo and acoustic shows that showcase the diversity of the traditional African instruments.