TOUBAB KREWE

with special guest

DJ Toneybonez

Limited Tickets are Available

Doors 8pm, Music 9pm

Some music cannot be found on a map or within iTunes categories. Some music is so original it seems snatched from the great, invisible substrata that runs below all human activity, a sound aching to be born without a flag or fixed allegiance – free, questing, overflowing with immediate, tangible life. This is the music of Toubab Krewe, the vibrant Asheville, NC-based instrumental powerhouse that creates a sonic Pangaea that lustily swirls together rock, African traditions, jam sensibilities, international folk strains and more. While nearly impossible to put into any box, it takes only a few moments to realize in a very palpable way that one is face-to-face with a true original who recognizes no borders in a march towards a muscular, original, globally switched-on sound.

Formed in 2005, Toubab Krewe has tenaciously honed their craft through relentless touring and a fierce dedication to carving out something they can truly call their own. The fruits of this hard work can be heard on their latest release, STYLO, (March 2nd, 2018). What Justin Perkins (kora, kamelngoni, guitar, percussion), Terrence Houston (drumset), Drew Heller (guitar, organ), Justin Kimmel (bass, keys), and Luke Quaranta (djembe, dunun, sangban, kenkeni, kryn, karenye) have wrought on STYLO reflects the many miles and musical journeys that have transpired since their last studio album, TK2.

This is a band that actively draws inspiration from whatever source floats into their purview, something they've exhibited in their decade and a half of heavy gigging, including regular appearances at major U.S. festivals like Bonnaroo, High Sierra, Electric Forest, Wakarusa, Hulaween, and abroad at such legendary gatherings as the Festival In The Desert in Essakane, Mali, Shanghai World Music Festival, and Jam Cruise. Whether on their own or collaborating with luminaries like the Last Poets' Umar Bin Hassan, Uncle Earl's Rayna Gellert, or Weedie Braimah, Toubab Krewe has already earned the attention and respect of a broad musical community.

Toubab carries echoes of African greats like Ali Farka Toure, Orchestra Baobab and Salif Keita, no doubt picked up during the group's travels to study and live in Guinea, Ivory Coast and Mali. But what truly differentiates Toubab Krewe from other Statesiders inspired by African music is how they innovate on what they've learned instead of simply recreating tradition. Toubab Krewe carves out a new trail honoring the African originators they admire by making something alive and contemporary.

www.toubabkrewe.com

Tonybonez has been DJing in some capacity and has been a genuine Music-Horder since the mid-80s. His official radio journey started at Portsmouth (NH) Community Radio in 2005, and has been a WRUV DJ since the Summer of 2007. Above all else DJ Tonybonez resonates with phat bass and tight percussion; often including Caribbean, African, Indian, and Latin rhythms and influence. He is also a part of the niche DJ community of DJYoga, spinning tunes and sonic meditations for yoga classes and during music festivals such as Manifestivus, Liberate, and The Frendly Gathering.

Most recently, Bonez has been rediscovering WRUV’s amazing vinyl collection, so tune in to the electric martini lounge and join the musical adventure.

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Proof of vaccination, or proof of a negative PCR COVID test within 72 hours of the event, is required for entry into indoor ticketed events if social distancing can not be met. Masks remain strongly encouraged (when not eating or drinking), but are not required inside the Performance Space. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the advertised date of a performance is subject to change as we abide by local and federal guidelines. Due to social distancing guidelines your seat choices may be modified and we will do our best to accommodate you. Original tickets will be valid for any rescheduled date or reissued. If you are a ticket holder unable to attend a rescheduled date, there are no refunds; however, exchanges will be available through [email protected]

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We have a full menu & bar! Come hungry! Our kitchen would love to feed you!

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