ACCES highlights: Cheikh Lô

The iconic Senegalese musician, who is recognised across the globe, will headline the event on 18 November at the Place du Souvenir in Dakar, Senegal.

Undoubtedly one of the giants of West African music, Lô has been making music for more than three decades. His five international releases present a creative masterpiece rooted in Senegalese mbalax with influences from Latin America, the Caribbean, the US, Nigeria and the DRC.

In 2016 Lô was awarded the prestigious WOMEX Artist Award, which is presented to outstanding musicians from across the world.

Lô is a tireless musical innovator, pushing boundaries in both his own music and as a collaborator with many and varied artists. His stature and music have also brought much greater exposure and international recognition to the Baye Fall – the Sufi order to which he proudly belongs.

The full line-up and more details about performances will be announced soon.

About Teranga Jam Fest

Teranga Jam Fest is a cultural diplomacy-based music and performing arts festival that will take place for the first time in Dakar. The first edition focuses on West African artists with a view to create a bridge between traditional and modern music.

About ACCES

The Music In Africa Conference for Collaborations, Exchange and Showcases (ACCES) is an annual music conference that hosts industry players from across the African continent. ACCES 2017 will be held in Dakar, Senegal, on 17 and 18 November and will see music professionals converge on the Senegalese capital to exchange ideas, discover new talent and accelerate the shaping of the music sector on the continent. The conference offers training workshops, panel discussions, presentations, networking sessions, exhibitions, showcases, concerts and visits to key music industry hubs in Dakar.