KONGO DIA NTOTILA LIVE: NEW FIRE, HOME TURF
Schedule
Sat May 23 2026 at 09:00 pm to 11:59 pm
UTC+01:00Location
The Jago | London, EN
About this Event
It's been a minute DALSTON! Get ready to DANCE!
KDN are back and buzzing for their first live gig in years at their spiritual home, The Jago.
On Saturday 23rd May, you will be among the first to hear a bunch of blazing hot new tracks that have never been played live before. Plus some tried and tested dancefloor favourites that have made it to the fire new album coming this year.
Led by the king of crowd participation, Congolese bassist Mulele Matondo, and co-founded with British jazz guitarist John Kelly, master of sublime sunshine sounds, KDN brings a perfect fusion of African roots and UK jazz. Will Scott and Mike Soper lift the roof with soul-rousing brass, while Mbouta Kissangwa on drums and rhythm guitarist Yves Tasinda lock in the driving grooves.
Africa's finest dance music styles, revived, urbanised, and fused with a spicy sprinkle of jazz in KDN's own brand of Afro-Joyful Kongo Jazz - straight up ass-shaking music. You will not be able to stop yourself!
Last time they graced this city it was a legendary set supporting Kanda Bongo Man at the Jazz Cafe. This time, the stage is all theirs. And they're gonna own it.
"It will enrich your life" - Listen With Monger
"An untrammelled party sound" - The Arts Desk
"An immersive, exuberant musical experience" - Bandcamp
"A euphoric joy" - MOJO ★★★★
"Totally authentic - as good as anything you get coming out of Africa… a great combination of sophistication, energy, musicianship, and sheer life-affirming spiritual uplift!" - Tom Robinson, BBC 6 Music
"Incredible musicianship" - Cerys Matthews, BBC 6 Music
"The tightest band in the country... maybe many countries" - Max Reinhardt
"Absolutely one of the most exciting bands on the planet right now" - Dr Neil March
Limited early bird tickets are a ridiculous bargain for the party you'll be having — the sooner you book, the better the deal. Bring your friends, bring a reason to celebrate, or just bring yourself for an unforgettable night. Don't dilly dally or you'll be a Sorry Snoozer.
Book it in NOW!🔥
Where is it happening?
The Jago, 440 Kingsland Road, London, United KingdomEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
GBP 12.99 to GBP 19.32
