Just-A-Band to Perform at International Concert

Kenyan afro-pop experiment, Just-A-Band, will perform in Central Parks Foundation concert at Central Park in New York on the 4th of August. They will perform alongside international acts, Amadou & Mariam and Theophilus London. Central Parks Foundation provides free arts, sports, education and programs that enhance community life in New York City parks. All of the artistes performed at this year’s South By South-west music convention.

Amadou & Mariam is made up of blind Malian couple who aren’t new to performing on the International stage, having graced Coachella, Lollapalooza and even on Late Night With Jimmy Fallon. The artistes have worked with Santigold, TV on the Radio and Theophilus London, who will also perform at the event.

With only one album, Theophilus London has become one of the most respected alternative hip-hop artistes. The album, Times Are Weird These Days has a 93% rating on Absolute Punk. Just-A-Band shot to international stardom after their Ha-He video went viral and has since performed at SXSW 2012 and exhibited Kudishnyao! at the Rush Arts Gallery in New York among other international shows.

The event is alcohol-free, professional photography-free and people will be searched to ensure they do not bring in the said items. Also not allowed are any kind of food and beverages, transportation equipment like bicycles, rollerblades and skateboards. Other luxuries like pets, umbrellas and folding chairs are also not allowed.