Samba Sene, Diwan, Baobab Gateway

We're looking forward to a special Africa night at The Traverse on 6 July.

Headlining is charismatic Senegalese singer Samba Sene with Diwan, a diverse international collection of musicians, who share a global outlook and love of West African rhythms. Exuberant fusion of funky mbalax/Afrobeat grooves, with undercurrents of ska and reggae; original songs with impassioned vocals, infectious guitar licks and irresistible dance grooves.

Musician Samba Sene was born in Dakar, Senegal and is now based in Scotland. His style is strongly influenced by a wide range of music, from traditional to funk, rock and ska. His influences include former mentor Baaba Maal, Bob Marley, Van Morrison, Paul Simon, Alpha Blondy and Aswad.

In support are Baobab Gateway, a Scottish band inspired by West African sounds. They create mesmerising music out of the interaction of gut stringed and metal pronged instruments from Uganda and Mali.