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The Madalitso Band (Malawi) + Support

THE NEW ADELPHI CLUB, 89 De Grey Street, Hull, HU5 2RU

8 Aug 2025

8:00PM

£10

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The Madalitso Band are a two man musical army from Malawi.
Described as ‘Uplifting and Vibrant’ by the BBC, they get crowds beaming with wonder and moving with joy every time.

Their first album was produced by Bongo Joe Records and the band has already performed at Womex, Womad, Roskilde, Sauti Za Busara, Shambala, Boomtown… to name just a few.

They were discovered busking outside a shopping centre in 2009. Their vibrant playing, strong vocals and traditional style caught the attention of Emanuel Kamwenje who recorded their first album the same year. The band plays the babatone – a popular home-made instrument in Malawi – and the four-string guitar, creating the traditional Malawian ‘banjo’ sound.

When not playing or touring, babatone player Yobu Malinga works as a gardener and guitarist Yosefe Kalekeni works as a security guard, however around Malawi they are increasingly revered as musical prophets.

Venue Details

THE NEW ADELPHI CLUB,
89 De Grey Street,
Hull,
HU5 2RU

01482 348216

theadelphiclub@theadelphiclub.karoo.co.uk

http://www.theadelphi.com/

Iconic live music venue. One of the UK's most celebrated underground clubs.

Facilities

Wheelchair Access