Jon Lewis - hurdy-gurdy, violin, saz Jah-man Aggrey - vocals, djembe David Male - didgeridoo, samples Jon Blackford - double bass, electric bass, guitars Tom Voce - drums Lucy - dance

....Global Music for a Global Culture.... Originally formed for a one off gig in 1998, Le Cod Afrique have been wowing festival crowds ever since. With their unique mix of French & Arabic melodies blended with ancient rhythms and modern urban beats, they are one of the most innovative and sought-after acts on the circuit. After a recent lineup change bringing new ears and sounds to the fold, Le Cod Afrique are heading to new heights with their driving force of hurdy gurdy, didgeredoo, Arabic dance, and a rhythm section of traditional and modern sounds. Festival headline appearances include Montreux Jazz Festival Off, Big Green Gathering, Knockengorroch, Stainsby, The Big CFG, Pontardawe, RSC New Works Festival and other notable appearances at WOMAD, on the Avalon Stage at Glastonbury Festival, Off the Tracks Festival and Spraoi Festival (Ireland). With regular features on BBC Radio 3 & appearences on European television Le Cod Afrique is proving to be a popular sound amongst audiences around the world. “Fantastic music - loads of energy and bags of melody to boot”- Jon Egan (Ozric Tentacles) "I guarantee this band will get you dancing" - Fiona Talkington, BBC Radio 3 “This band are brilliant! This will appeal to all people, lovers of world music, folk or clubbers. For those unfamiliar with the amazing Le Cod Afrique, punish yourself quickly and start learning” - Astro Zombie Magazine “A sensitive blend of traditional and modern combined with superb musicianship. Great Stuff!” - Toby Marks (Banco De Gaia) “Love that Beat” - Making Tracks BBC Radio 3