The Cedar and Tamu Events Present
MPLS AFROBEATS DANCE PARTY ft. DYNAMQ (The Sudanese Child) & FANAKA NATION
Saturday, April 6, 2024 / Doors: 7:00 PM / Show: 8:00PM
All Ages
Standing
$23 Advance, $28 Day of Show
This is a standing show with an open floor. To request seating or other access accommodations, please go to our Access Page.
General Admission tickets are available online.
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
The one & only Minneapolis Afrobeats Dance Party is back!! Celebrating our 35th Anniversary in full shake body festive form, charismatic host/Culture Rapper, Fananka Nation brings his fusion of hip-hop, African and other worldly sonic delights together with his band and DJ King Swank.
This version of the Dance Party features the very special performance of DYNAMQ, aka The Nile Crocodile, The Sudanese Son, DJ Dynamq. Get your dancing shoes on for this one!
Fanaka Nation performing “YAYA” courtesy of Fanaka Nation’s YouTube Channel.
DYNAMQ
Dynamq (born Kennedy O Lorya) is a global artist and former refugee from South Sudan, boasts a track record of charity work across South Sudan, Haiti, Kenya, and Uganda. He’s a producer for international musicians such as Busy Signal, Mr. Vegas, Big Mountain, and more, showcasing a rich musical portfolio. Notably, he achieved a milestone as one of the first South Sudanese artists to hit a million views on multiple YouTube videos.
His track “Remember Those Days in Nairobi” holds the title of the most played reggae song in East and Central Africa, cementing his musical impact in the region. With a worldwide tour history and a magnetic stage presence, he’s connected deeply with diverse audiences, leaving a lasting impact from dancehall clubs to reggae festivals on different continents.
Dynamq’s prowess extends to dominating Sound System culture, winning championships like the ‘Global Sound Clash’ during Reggae Sumfest and the ‘Sound Clash At Sea’ on the Welcome to Jamrock Reggae Cruise. His skill, preparation, and charisma have earned him recognition at renowned events like the Far East Reggae Cruise, Guinness Sounds of Greatness, Groovin’ In The Park in NYC, Rebel Salute in Jamaica, and appearances at the Rototom Festival in Spain.
To learn more about Dynamq:
FANAKA NATION
Fanaka Nation has been consistently adding a new energy to the Minneapolis rap scene. Fusing Hip Hop with African and other world sounds, you get the album “Culture Rap 1: AFROTRAP." Fanaka, our MC/Host on this lively evening.
To learn more about Fanaka Nation:
HOSTED BY
FANAKA NATION
DJ SETS
KING SWANK + FANAKA
