Lamine Sonko & The African Intelligence - Afro Empire (2017)

A rhythmic collision of Afro roots music, jazz funk and reggae

Lamine Sonko & The African intelligence deliver an ancient rhythmic collision of African roots music, jazz, funk, and reggae. The 10 piece ensemble is unmatched in their ability to excite with their contemporary fusion of exhilarating Afro grooves.

The band is fronted by the charismatic, Lamine Sonko, who is quickly becoming Australia’s most accomplished African artist. Praised for his compelling melodies and distinct percussive blend of the traditional and contemporary, Lamine is modernising West African music while maintaining the essence of ancient sounds and stories. He skilfully integrates English, Wolof and Mandinka, to convey his powerful messages of social equality, cultural diversity and the importance of indigenous music.

"It is not only hearing the words and understanding the stories that is crucial, but the vibrations and soul felt in the music are also uplifting" – SYDNEY MORNING HERALD