Africa Centre x London Manya Present - Roots to Rhythm with Dare Balogun
Step into a rich sonic journey as British-Nigerian DJ, selector and archivist Dare Balogun traces the movement of African rhythm across time and space, with a special focus on the enduring sounds of highlife. Rooted in research and guided by feeling, Dare’s sets weave together highlife, soukous, desert blues and more, bridging generations of sound to reveal the soul and spirit at the heart of African music. Through this immersive listening experience, audiences are invited to reflect, connect and move, rediscovering music as a vehicle of pure joy and collective memory. Based in London, Dare Balogun is the mind behind Roots to Rhythm and a familiar voice on platforms such as NTS and Balamii. His work goes beyond the dancefloor, dedicated to archiving and preserving the music he shares, building a living digital resource for future generations. Whether through intimate listening sessions or vibrant gatherings, Dare creates spaces that honour the past while celebrating the pr...
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Step into a rich sonic journey as British-Nigerian DJ, selector and archivist Dare Balogun traces the movement of African rhythm across time and space, with a special focus on the enduring sounds of highlife.
Rooted in research and guided by feeling, Dare’s sets weave together highlife, soukous, desert blues and more, bridging generations of sound to reveal the soul and spirit at the heart of African music. Through this immersive listening experience, audiences are invited to reflect, connect and move, rediscovering music as a vehicle of pure joy and collective memory.
Based in London, Dare Balogun is the mind behind Roots to Rhythm and a familiar voice on platforms such as NTS and Balamii. His work goes beyond the dancefloor, dedicated to archiving and preserving the music he shares, building a living digital resource for future generations.
Whether through intimate listening sessions or vibrant gatherings, Dare creates spaces that honour the past while celebrating the pr...
