WOMAD

Le Cod Afrique

From United Kingdom

'Based in the UK, Le Cod Afrique create an intoxicating blend of French and Arabic dance music fueled by driving hurdy-gurdy, didgeridoo, African rhythms and urban beats. Originally formed in 1998, the collective now features a 6 piece line-up, including Griot words of wisdom and mesmerising Arabic dance. Their exhilerating live show has made them firm favourites on the scene, with many Festival appearances including Montreux Jazz Festival and Glastonbury.'Jon Lewis - hurdy-gurdy, violin, saz, Jah-man Aggrey - Vocals, djembe, David Male - didgeridoo, samples, Jon Blackford - Double bass, electric bass, guitars, Tom Voce - drums, Lucy - dance