Celebrate this unique collaboration at the launch of their sophomore LP 'Echoes of Resistance'.
Raz Olsher & Afla Sackey: a bond that fuels a dynamic and effortless musical relationship. Their music represents a harmonious union of African influences with electronic music, full of soul, vibrant energy and captivating rhythms.
Raz is an award-winning, chart-topping, mutli-platnium producer. His repertoire includes a broad range of solo electronic music productions while also lending his refined ear to composing and producing for other artists including Basement Jaxx, Lamar, Sam Lee and many more. Afla’s background as a dancer and session musician for artists such as Ginger Baker, Sun Ra, Oren Marshall, Osibisa, Ibibio Sound Machine, and Tony Allen embodies his lineage.
The balance between Raz’s production style and Afla’s Afrocentric flavours ignited dance floors and earned the duo a glowing reputation from the very beginning. Their debut album, ‘The Cycle’ has gained critical acclaim from the likes of Gilles Peterson, Lauren Lavern, Jamz Supernova and was playlisted on BBC Radio 6,1Xtra, FIP, and Radio Nova.
Beyond their studio recordings, Raz & Afla are celebrated for their exhilarating live performances, playing shows in major festivals in France, Netherlands, Germany, Cyprus and the UK.
Following their debut 'The Cycle,' their sophomore LP 'Echoes Of Resistance' finds the duo remaining committed to exploring new sonic territories and creating music that speaks to the universal language of rhythm and melody. Celebrate with them at this unique event!
XAMBI
Xambi (pronounced zam-bi) is an emerging Neo-soul band based in London, known for their infectious sound and heartfelt lyrics. They recently released their latest single, ‘All for You’ following their debut track ‘Take Your Time.’
Formed in June 2022, Xambi showcases their natural synergy with a bouncy bassline, seamless drum grooves, dreamy guitar and piano chords, and beautifully sung vocals, drawing comparisons to The Internet, The Isley Brothers, and D’Angelo.
Notable collaborations include London rapper Saiming and horn solos by Grifton Forbes Amos, creating a dynamic fusion of Neo-soul, Funk, Rap, Hip-hop, and Jazz. Xambi’s message of intimacy and fellowship resonates deeply, fostering a warm, welcoming environment for listeners. The band consists of five talented members: Zamar (bass), Malaika (lead vocals), Raph (drums), Maniko (keys), and Augustas (guitar). Their unique sound has been celebrated with remarks like ‘Nothing beats London Soul’
ALMASS BADAT
Almass Badat is an international DJ, MC & broadcaster who weaves global rhythm and cultural crossover with soulful roots. Her DJ sets uplift and connect, journeying you through her Lusaka & London upbringing, South Asian heritage & world travels. If you catch Almass performing live, you’ll catch yourself moving with her while exploring your own rhythm. Previous performances include Glastonbury, We Out Here festival, Royal College of Music, Centre Pompidou, Rinse FM, Elrow, SXSW Austin across the UK, Italy, Ibiza, Portugal, Ghana, Indonesia, India, Nepal & the USA. On air, Almass presents her monthly DJ residency Mass Movement on Voices Radio, which as of February 2025 will evolve into one of the station's anchor breakfast shows.