>> IMPORTANT NOTICE <<
OUR GIG TONIGHT (JAN. 30) at the VELVET LOUNGE HAS BEEN CANCELLED
DUE TO THE SEVERE WEATHER - HOPE YOU CAN MAKE IT
TO ONE OF OUR OTHER PERFORMANCES!!
ELIKEH is a band that performs its own brand of African Roots music. The material is a combination of traditional rhythms from Togo and 70's Afrofunk.
The message in the songs is mainly about justice, peace and unity
The group's leader Massama Dogo was born in Togo and developed his deft singing and songwriting ability performing with several local bands. He also acted as musical director of the University Ochestra in Togo from 1998 to 2000.
Other members of the band bring a wide range of musical experience:
Drummer Tosin Aribisala toured with Femi Kuti for three years, as well as recording with many acts including Talib Kweli..
Master percussionist Joseph Ngwa worked with Grammy nominee Cheick Hamala Diabate,and continues to teach drums to children in Washington, DC.
Click on Upcoming Shows for your next chance to catch this group live!
This page was last updated: January 30, 2010
6-12-09: Elikeh on Voice of America's "IN FOCUS"
9-26-09: Elikeh Live at the Kennedy Center
