***Join the King of soukous, Kanda Bongo Man. One of Africa’s legendary music icons plays a special concert to celebrate a life-long career in Global Roots music. ***\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_ **Kanda Bongo Man** is one of the biggest stars in Global Roots music and a leading exponent of African music. Kanda revolutionised the Congolese favourite, soukous, after leaving Orchestra Belle Mambo to launch a solo career in Paris in 1979. He is most famous for the structural changes he implemented to soukous music with mesmerising guitar solos that gave birth to the famous “Kwasa Kwasa” dance. Championed by John Peel and Andy Kershaw in the late 80s, Kanda played a key role in introducing African and Global Roots music to the mainstream. Now with a huge and loyal fan base, his music still receives regular airplay on stations including BBC Radio 3 and Radio 6Music. Kanda’s music has always been driven by optimism and happiness. His exhilarating performances are exciting and energetic yet deeply rooted in the Congolese tradition. With his incredible seven-piece band behind him, don’t miss Kanda Bongo Man bringing the joyous music and dance of Central Africa for an unforgettable sunshine experience ***This event will last for approximately 110 minutes, including an interval.***