The Melbourne Ska Orchestra – Ska-Africa

Fri 7 Dec 9pm. Melbourne Hi-Fi Bar This is no mere gig – it’s an event, a landmark, a roaring Ska/Reggae summit of biblical proportions. This ambitious venture, the brainchild of 3PBS announcer Mohair Slim, is led by Melbourne’s irrepressible master of groove, Nicky Bomba features a veritable who’s who of local Jazz, Reggae & Ska talent. This special one off show will see the MSO join for the first time with some of the hottest local African & Caribbean artists including Diafrix MCs Azmarino and Momo, Haitian born soul songstress Nadee, Senegambian griot musician Jali Buba Kuyateh; the African Royal Drummers from Ghana, bringing new flavours & sounds to the genre. Tix $25 + BF. Bookings: www.thehifi.com.au or Polyester Records.

Info: 03 9417 6777