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Dele Sosimi, Ang茅lique Kidjo, the Allergies and Shingai discuss discuss why music is their calling, loving the bass, being custodians and transmitters of messages, the importance of preserving music and putting it into a new space, and why making music is like your subconscious, creative self sending you messages.

Dele Sosimi is a Nigerian-British singer and keyboard player, whose career went into overdrive at the height of the Afrobeat in the 1970s, joining Fela Kuti鈥檚 legendary group Egypt 80. Currently he performs in three ensembles and lives for his live shows, which release his passion and unrelenting spirit.

Beninese singer, actress, and activist Ang茅lique Kidjo is known for her striking voice, electric stage presence, and her fluency in multiple languages. She鈥檚 a creative force, having released 16 albums and winning five Grammy Awards.

Zimbabwean-British singer Shingai spent more than a decade as the frontwoman and bassist of indie-rock band Noisettes. Her soulful and mesmerizing sound mixes up her London world with her Bantu and Zimbabwean heritage.

DJ Moneyshot and Rackabeat, a.k.a. the Allergies, are a duo from Bristol, UK, who鈥檝e made it their mission to turn vintage sounds into modern dancefloor bangers. Inspired by the golden eras of funk, soul and disco, they鈥檙e known for their infectious grooves and bold basslines.