Africa Forestdance & Griots Tickets

Africa Forestdance & Griots is a dynamic trio known for its intimate, rhythm-forward performances that weave mbira, balafon, and kora into a vibrant tapestry of African and global sounds. The ensemble features Kevin Nathaniel Hylton on mbira, Famoro Dioubate on balafon, and Malang Jobarteh on kora. Their collaborative spirit honors griot traditions while inviting contemporary audiences to experience heritage through original compositions and culturally rich interpretations.

Based across the US and West Africa connections, the group regularly shares music through self-managed projects and independent releases, including the 2017 self-titled Africa Forestdance album and individual artist projects that highlight the trio’s cross-cultural dialogue. Their performances have resonated with audiences at diverse venues and festivals, from intimate listening spaces to multi-artist showcases like Music Beyond Borders.

For fans and venues looking to book, Africa Forestdance & Griots offer a compelling program that emphasizes ensemble interplay, intricate traditional forms, and accessible original material. Their work has been recognized in the broader African music community, with ties to notable collaborators and a shared lineage of West African string and percussive traditions.

Social presence includes Bandcamp releases such as Kontendemi by Famoro Dioubaté and Badema by Malang Jobarteh, with official pages for Africa Forestdance available on Apple Music and a Linktree aggregating forestdance-related activity. This makes it easy to explore recordings, watch performances, and connect with the group for bookings and collaborations.