Osibisa
Schedule
Fri Feb 20 2026 at 09:00 pm to 10:30 pm
UTC+00:00Location
Boisdale of Canary Wharf | London, EN
The Godfathers of Afro-rockAbout this Event
Table reservations from 6pm | Live Music: 9pm
“Jimi Hendrix watched them rehearse, Stevie Wonder joined them on drums, and Fela Kuti partied with them in Lagos…” The Guardian
Formed in London in 1969 by four African and three Caribbean musicians, Osibisa stand as the founding architects of Afro-rock. They were the first Black band to break The Marquee Club in 1971, earned two UK chart hits in 1976, and became one of the most influential African-heritage groups to emerge from Britain’s music scene. Their fusion of African rhythms, Caribbean grooves, funk, jazz, rock, Latin and highlife shaped the early language of what later became known as world music.
Their catalogue continues to resonate across generations, with Sunshine Day, Welcome Home and Music for Gong Gong remaining staples on global stages. Osibisa’s legacy runs deep, cited by artists from Santana and Stevie Wonder to Al Green, Johnny Nash and Bob Marley.
At Boisdale of Canary Wharf, the band bring their signature blend of driving percussion, soaring horns and richly textured arrangements - the sound that made them internationally recognised as the godfathers of Afro-rock.
Visit our Hine Bar and Heated Garden Terrace located on the 1st floor for pre & post-show drinks!
BOISDALE OF CANARY WHARF
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Perched elegantly above Cabot Square, Boisdale of Canary Wharf offers a multi-dimensional experience across two floors. With Jools Holland as Patron of Music, it is celebrated for its dedication to live performances, with daily live music creating the perfect ambience in the second-floor restaurant.
The venue features a refined restaurant, four exclusive private dining rooms, the distinguished Hine Bar, an extensive whisky and wine selection, a sophisticated Cigar Lounge and an inviting Heated Garden Terrace - making it a haven for discerning patrons seeking the finest in dining, music and atmosphere. On weekends, the vibrant first-floor bar and terrace come to life with DJ Nights, adding another dimension to the Boisdale experience.
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Boisdale of Canary Wharf, 15 Cabot Square, London, United KingdomGBP 49.46 to GBP 113.38
