Next show: San Francisco, Sat 30 Jan
"Oakland, CA-based ensemble Orchestra Gold offers up a kaleidoscope of sound deeply rooted in the Malian tradition while introducing a genre-bending nod to the future through their rare and artful fusion of African Psychedelic Rock. * Spearheaded by the dynamic Mariam Diakite, whose lyrics are delivered in the highly symbolic Bambara language and supported by heavy swinging rhythms, a funky fresh brass section, and cosmic guitar licks, OG is a testament to transcendence made possible when worlds collide only to arrive at common ground. With the January 2023 release of their new album: “Medecine,” this deeply spiritual yet dance-inducing ensemble continues their pursuit to spread healing through the universal gift of music."
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Orchestra Gold plays African psychedelic rock, blending traditional Malian music and Bambara-language vocals with analog American funk and vintage brass arrangements. Follow Orchestra Gold on Mood.
Orchestra Gold is based in Oakland, California, with deep cultural roots connecting the local Bay Area music scene directly to Mali, West Africa.
The ensemble is spearheaded by Malian vocalist and dancer Mariam Diakite alongside guitarist Erich Huffaker, bassist Luke Bace, drummer Aaron Kierbel, and a dynamic brass section featuring Patrick Cress.
