Ouroboros presents
Newen Afrobeat
Thursday 17th August, 7.30pm
Tickets are £15 (+ b/f) in advance (more on the door) and available from See Tickets.

Newen Afrobeat is a 13-piece Chilean orchestra that makes music inspired by the legacy of the Nigerian musician Fela Kuti. With a particular Latin stamp, Newen unify the African rhythms with a colourful and energetic staging, embedded in a deep social message that talks about their roots and social movements in their territory.

With a 10-year career, four albums and 8 international tours under their belt, Newen have performed on important stages such as the Montreal International Jazz Festival, WOMEX, Africa Oyé, and Felabration Lagos, becoming the most played afrobeat artist in the world and a recognised exponent of the world music scene. Newen Afrobeat is more than a simple orchestra, it is an experience of music, dance, and social awareness.

After releasing “Newen Plays Fela”, EP which includes ‘Opposite People’ -Afrobeat’s most watched video worldwide-, Newen Afrobeat is back with a second volume of songs by Fela Kuti featuring a new collaboration with Seun Kuti on “Zombie”, song considered by Times Magazine on its 100 best songs in history list. A magnificent new sample of cultural integration between Latin America and Africa.

Currently, Newen Afrobeat is finishing the production of their new original album, which features the collaboration of renowned artists such as Dele Sosimi, Joe Vasconcellos, among others. This album will be released and available for the upcoming European tour in Summer 2023.

Ouroboros presents
Newen Afrobeat
Thursday 17th August, 7.30pm
Tickets are £15 (+ b/f) in advance (more on the door) and available from See Tickets.