Folktales returns with another chapter of Afro-Latin Fiesta — and this one is for the dancers, the dreamers, the stylish ones and the beautifully unruly. Kongo Get Down! is a night of exuberant Afro-diasporic celebration, bringing together the infectious rhythms of Congo, Venezuela and beyond for one glorious family reunion on the dancefloor.

Think Congolese rumba, sebene guitar, Afro-jazz, Latin rhythms, Afro-fusion, live electronics and psychedelic sounds — music with roots running deep and feet firmly planted on the dancefloor.

And because every good family reunion needs an excuse to overdo it, we’re also celebrating the birthdays of a few dear friends.

Come dressed to impress.
Come ready to dance.
Come prepared to outdo yourself.

HEADLINERS — KONGO DIA NTOTILA

Kongo Dia Ntotila bring their own take on Kongo jazz, blending the richness of Congolese rumba and the sun-drenched guitar lines of sebene with jazz and a broad palette of African rhythmic traditions. Polyrhythmic guitars, grooving bass, soaring brass and beautiful harmonies come together in music that is sophisticated, infectious and unapologetically joyful. Their live shows have a reputation for bringing a raucously joyful party wherever they go.

Tonight, they bring the party to Kongo Get Down!

SPECIAL GUEST — LUZMIRA ZERPA

Venezuelan singer-songwriter Luzmira Zerpa brings a rich musical world where Latin American folklore meets Afrobeat, blues, jazz, electronic and psychedelic sounds. A former member of the acclaimed Family Atlantica, Luzmira has performed everywhere from Glastonbury and WOMAD to the Royal Albert Hall and Royal Festival Hall. Her latest project explores the meeting point between Venezuelan, Latin and African traditions — with a little electricity running through the wires.

Expect something soulful, earthy and wonderfully unexpected.

U5 MUSIC COLLECTIVE

London’s eclectic U5 return with their immersive blend of Afro-centric rhythms, diasporic storytelling, dub, hip-hop and live electronics. Ancient and futuristic in equal measure, U5 create soundscapes where rhythm becomes ritual and sound becomes a portal — weaving ancestry, technology and contemporary urban energy into something entirely their own.

Expect the unexpected.

THE FIESTA

This is not a night for standing politely at the back. It’s a family gathering with Congolese swagger, Venezuelan soul, Afro-diasporic rhythm and plenty of room for mischief.

Sharp clothes.
Big riddims.
Great laughter.
Beautiful people.
Pure shenanigans.

No regrets. Just vibes. Come for the music. Stay for the family. Leave having outdone yourself.

Jamboree food option: Our ‘Zer’ kitchen is open from 5pm serving delicious Middle Eastern fusion food for you to enjoy a pre-gig meal/snack if you wish! Find the menu HERE!

JAMBOREE IN ACTION!

Join us for wonderful live Afro-Latin music in London!