African music lovers, Sounds over Seattle presents Madagascar’s daughter Razia Said at the Royal Room August 17. Malagasy fusion reflecting the singer/songwriter’s nomadic life and multicultural background. Despite the use of upright bass and viola, the songs–by turns wistful, upbeat and personal–remain inexorably tethered to Madagascar. Where: Royal Room, 5000 Rainier Ave S., Seattle When: August 17, doors open 7 PM, Show 8:30 to 11:30 PM Tickets by Eventbrite $20 in advance, $25 at the door The Royal Room is all ages until 10 PM Razia Said Razia is a singer/songwriter/bandleader from Madag ..read more

Dear Friends, The Zimbabwe Dance Party at the Triple Door Musiquarium March 27 has been turned into a benefit to aid Mozambican and Zimbabwean communities affected by Cyclone Idai. WHEN: March 27, 5:00 to 8:00 PM WHERE: Triple Door Musicquarium (upstairs) 216 Union Street, Seattle WA 98101 WHO: Three great marimba bands! YAAMBA – 5:15-5:45 PM Zambuko – 6:00-6:45 See sampler at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wt9-O5lVFEg Vawachi II – 7:00-7:45 On Youtube at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mZRNm242x1w 7:45 – 8:00 PM – Mystery encore! All three bands will be donating their proceeds towards ..read more