EventJembaa Groove, High Pines
After garnering massive support from the international media world (KEXP, BBC6 Music, Gilles Peterson, Soulection, KCRW, FIP and many more) off the back of their first two albums, Susuma and Ye Ankasa/WeOurselves, and selling out numerous shows across Europe, with festival appearances at Supersonic Jazz (NL), JazzOnze+ (CH), London Jazz Festival (UK), and many more, Jembaa Groove embarked on their 2025 tour with a fresh line-up and brand new songs that are set to release in Fall 2025. On their newest undertaking, Jembaa Groove are strengthening ties to Lagos and London's vibrant Afro-Fusion scenes. Joining forces with premium highlifers The Cavemen (NIG), the band got together for another contemporary take on Highlife, Jazz and Afrobeats, also featuring legendary Malian singer Fatoumata Diawara and Nigerian vocal sensation Tim Lyre. The new wave of Afro-Jazz is flourishing around the globe, and Jembaa Groove is on the way to becoming one of the most important ambassadors of this aspiring genre. The newest additions to the line-up include two highly acclaimed members of the European jazz scene who are successful bandleaders themselves. Szabolcs bse Bognar (HUN) on keys and Peter Somuah (GHA) on trumpet will join the band on their upcoming world tour, which will take them through Europe, the UK, the US, and South Africa. This event is 18 and over. Any ticket holder unable to present valid identification indicating that they are at least 18 years of age will not be admitted to this event, and will not be eligible for a refund. **NO REFUNDS Unless an Event is Cancelled** - 18-20yr adv tickets are limited to 10 attendees per show, all shows are 21+ at door - All Ticket purchases will be added to our weekly mailing list (email) - Ticket Age Must match the Ticket You Purchase (i.e. do not buy 21+ tickets if you are under 21)
