Olufemi (Nigeria)

www.olufemi.co.za
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OlufemiOlufemi is a Nigerian born saxophonist who combines West African flavour with the Southern African flavour, creating his own unique style which he calls Afro-Soul Fusion. His influences include Fela Kuti, Bob Marley, Manu Dibango, Hugh Masekela, Salif Keita and his elder brother, Kola Ogunkoya. He has played with John Legend and shared the stage with Youssou N’dour and Yvonne Chaka Chaka at the CAF (Confederation of African Football Awards) 2009 in Lagos.

• Olufemi performs on the Conga Stage on Saturday, August 27. He will be accompanied by Michael Felix (trumpet & backing vocals), Mpho (trombone & backing vocals), Kayode Ogunkoya (tenor sax and backing vocals), Nonhlanlha Mahlangu (backing vocals), Oyedele Olusegin (congas and talking drums), Moloko Kgomo (guitar), Moses Efijemue (drummer), Alex Samuel (keyboards & backing vocals), Morne Brainers (backing vocals) and Stephanie (backing vocals).