In May, FIAF launches World Nomads, a series that examines the cross-cultural exchange of ideas, artistic expression, and style. This transcultural journey begins in contemporary Africa bringing artists together for engaging programs considering Africa's cultural impact on France and the rest of the world.
To open its inaugural World Nomads series, FIAF presents the well-traveled,
satin strains of soul singer Ayo,
performing selections from her double
platinum-selling (France) album, Joyful.
Born in Germany to a Nigerian father and
a Roma mother, and ever keeping Paris
as her spiritual home, Ayo’s pedigree
seeps deep into bittersweet songs built
from the world. Liquid organ riffs,
acoustic guitars, and bongos punctuate
mellifluous vocals that float with ease
over deep reggae beats, evoke
the stages of the Elysée-Montmartre
in one moment, and the streets of Lagos
in the next.
Related Links:
- Ayo’s official website
- Ayo’s MySpace page
- Ayo's YouTube video |
Florence Gould Hall
55 East 59th Street |
Ticket Price
FIAF Members $20
Non-Members $25
Students w/ID $20 |
With support
from Trace magazine,
the official
media sponsor
of World Nomads. Image © Jean-Marc Lubrano |
