BLANKETS & WINE (XLV) JULY

Forget about the cold mood-swings of July. Nairobians braced the cold for yet another stellar South African act at the Carnivore Grounds.

Durban born musical extraordinaire; Zakes Bantwini brought the house down as he took to the stage; with self- crafted style of “sophisticated dance music”.

This comes barely weeks after yet another South African songstress Zahara; blew everyone away with her amazing performance at the June edition (http://tpf5.blogspot.com/2013/07/backstage-pass-zahara-kenya-is.html)

Following in the same footsteps of great performances; included opening acts by Berklee student/ musician John Sibi Okumu; the Swahili Jazz maestro Juma Tutu and his band.

Juma Tutu backed by his band showcased native Mijikenda traditional music blended in Asian; Arabic and western sounds.

Making her second return to the event; was Kagwe Mungai; who brought his afro- funky house flavor and sounds from his fresh EP ”It Only Gets Better” featuring collaborations with Fena Gitu and Julie Wang’ombe.

And in August/ September; grab your shuka; picnic basket and tag along your family and friends to Naivasha- the cradle of mankind. Yes; Blankets and Wine are partnering with the Rift valley festival to throw the biggest music festival in Kenya.

So; between august 3oth to September 1^st; be prepared to get your mind blown off with brilliant tunes- both local and international acts; as the event producing powerhouses team up once again to ensure a guaranteed diverse and exceptional line-up.

-To book your early accommodation for Naivasha’s B&W/RVF mash –up; stay updated via http://blanketsandwine.com/ or email:  info@blanketsand wine.com

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