FEMI TEMOWO

Tickets £8

FEMI TEMOWO

Multi-talented guitarist, composer, producer and musical director Femi Temowo was born in Lagos, Nigeria, arriving in the UK aged 10. He began playing the guitar at the age of 17 and by 2001 had obtained a degree in music from Middlesex University. Already a busy guitarist whilst at University from 2001 Femi travelled the world playing with a variety of artists including George Benson, Terri Walker, Roachford, Jason Rebello and Amy Winehouse. In 2003 saxophonist Soweto Kinch asked him to form part of Soweto’s award-winning quartet, an association that continues to this day.

In 2006 Femi set up his own record label, Femitone, that released his debut album “Quiet Storm” to great critical acclaim. Soweto Kinch said of the album, “I really believe that in years to come people will look back and see how important a work it is.” The gig tonight will see Femi’s latest project uniting the rhythms and music of his native Nigeria, particularly the use of the “talking drum” with the modern Jazz feel of his own compositions. Highly recommended.

“Hugely skilled guitarist … see him switch effortlessly between….Afro-beat grooves and a natty line in post-Wes and Benson solo flights.” Jazzwise.