Will Calhoun's latest most unique gathering of brilliant West African musicians called "The Mali Project" fuses Manding, Takamba, Blues, Funk, Jazz, Electronica and Bronx Music. An explosion of grooves inviting you to dance or simply take in the positive vibes- Featuring Malian Master CHEICK TIDIANE SECK. 5/14: Philadelphia, PA @solarmythbar presented by @arsnovaworkshop
5/15: Brooklyn, NY @thesultanroom presented by @worldmusicinstitute
5/16: Cape May, NJ @exitzerojazzfest
Philly! Don’t miss Will Calhoun’s Mali Project ft Cheick Tidiane Seck Thursday night May 14th in Philly at Solar Myth
https://dice.fm/event/rynnyw-will-calhouns-mali-project-14th-may-solar-myth-philadelphia-tickets
With all the insane things going on in the world, I woke up this morning to a call/invitation to record with The Great Master Ron Carter. A spiritual reminder of life's Blessings. This session was one of the most enlightening and educational moments in my career.
Tonight May 7th- Check out Will Calhoun @8pm EST on WBAI.org or 99.5 FM in conversation with Bashir Mchawi on his classic radio program "Education at the Crossroads"- discussing Will's new band titled "THE MALI PROJECT" and his up and coming performance in Bklyn at the Sultan Room- Saturday May 16th at 7pm. Visit Will's websites and the Sultan Room for more performance information.
#OnThisDay in 1988, Living Colour released Vivid — a debut that didn’t just arrive, it disrupted. Blending hard rock, funk, metal, and sharp social commentary, it redefined what mainstream rock could sound like.
The album peaked at #6 on the Billboard 200 and went 2× Platinum (RIAA), driven by the explosive “Cult of Personality,” which also earned a Grammy, “Open Letter (to a landlord),” “Glamour Boys,” “Funny Vibe,” and “Middle Man.”
38 years later, Vivid still hits just as hard. 🎸🔥
Also remastered in 2023 it’s available on vinyl https://bit.ly/lcvivid
Don't miss the NYC debut of Will Calhoun's Mali Project at the Sultan Room on May 15! 🇲🇱🇲🇱
Grammy Award-winning percussionist Will Calhoun (Living Colour) and legendary Malian musician Cheick Tidiane Seck reflect on their 15-year collaboration, The Mali Project. What began as a chance meeting at the Gnawa Festival in Morocco evolved into a powerful cross-cultural musical journey—bridging continents, traditions, and sounds.
In this podcast, Will and Cheick shared insights into the project’s transformation from a documentation effort to a full-fledged recording in Bamako, including collaborations with some of West Africa’s biggest stars.
Listen to the full episode and get your tickets at worldmusicinstitute.org (links in bio)
#wmimanyculturesoneworld #livingcolour #westafricanmusic #willcalhoun #cheicktidianeseck #maliproject
NEW YORK CITY! We are back at the Hard Rock Cafe for a loud n proud JUNETEENTH celebration! Special Guest TBA!
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/ If you are in the area of Hilton Head South Carolina-come and experience Will Calhoun's Quartet-purchase tickets at: /. FEATURING: Hector Martingon-piano, Rachiim Ausur-Sahu-bass, Antoine Roney-saxophones
