Suntou Susso is a multi-instrumentalist- kora player, percussionist, singer and composer. Suntou is from The Gambia and was born a Griot. His primary instrument, the kora is a harp-lute with 22 strings and is unique to the Griots of the Mandinka people. Coming from a 700-year-old tradition, Griots play an important cultural role as peacekeepers and oral historians, transmitting and preserving a people's culture through the generations using song, music and poetry.
Songlines Kanéfonyo album - “Explosion in Sound”
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Since the release of his self-written debut album, Kanéfonyo (Never Give Up) in 2022, Suntou's career has gained serious momentum and he is an in-demand and charismatic performer. He performs frequently as a solo artist playing traditional kora; or leading his six-piece band whose music is rooted in Mandinka musical traditions whilst strongly infused with jazz, funk and soul; or as part of a folk duo that blends British and Gambian musical traditions, among other impressive collaborations and projects. Suntou’s musical abilities are considered unique for his generation.
Suntou's family includes some of the world’s most highly respected West African musicians including Seckou Keita, Solo Cissokho and Mamudou Susso.
Location: Bristol Tree Craft CIC, Glenfrome Road, BS16 1BQ.
(detailed arrival instructions sent out before the gig to ticket holders)
Doors Open at 7:00PM
Starts at 8:00PM
Pakoras for Palestine serving up delicious food at all our events this summer! This is a grassroots fundraising effort led by Sui, providing direct aid to individuals in Gaza who are in urgent need of support. Come down early, soak up the summer air, and grab yourself a pint and pakoras before the show.
We will run a fully licensed bar supported by Bristol Beer Factory's Brew2Give scheme. Music session around the fire after the show, so (if you feel inclined) bring your instruments to join in the tunes!
