JOLT AFRICAN SUNSET RESIDENCY – THE MANDE SPIRIT

Mande Spirit brings the pulse of West Africa to Jolted Arts in a powerful celebration of living tradition, led by master musicians Amadou Suso, Aboubacar Kouyate and Mohamed Camara. Drawing from the rich musical lineages of Mali, Guinea and The Gambia, this ensemble channels the depth, rhythm and storytelling of the Mande world into a vibrant and contemporary live experience. At the heart of Mande Spirit is a rare convergence of sound: the shimmering, hypnotic strings of the kora, the earthy resonance of the balafon, and the intricate, driving rhythms of traditional percussion. Amadou Suso’s kora playing flows with elegance and soul, weaving melodies that feel both ancient and immediate. Aboubacar Kouyate brings dynamic virtuosity and deep griot heritage, grounding the music in centuries of oral tradition, while Mohamed Camara’s percussion ignites the stage with energy, texture and rhythmic precision. Together, they create a sound that is immersive, uplifting and deeply connective — a celebration of Mande culture in all its richness and diversity. This is music that speaks across generations and borders, inviting audiences into a shared space of rhythm, memory and joy.