The Very Best, masters of Afro-Electronic vibes with their unique blend of dance, hip-hop and traditional Malawian music, take over the Festival Terrace with their very own Johan Hugo behind the decks.
Johan has collaborated with M.I.A., Coldplay, Amadou and Mariam, and most recently Mumford & Sons.
Rita Ray spins a spectrum of global music. A club DJ, broadcaster, presenter and curator, Rita presents the African music review for Focus On Africa on the BBC World Service.
Baaba Maal is hosting the evening.
7pm – 11pm
Riverside Terrace
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