Fri Feb 27
Weedie Braimah & The Hands of Time
9:30PM / $35 | $7 Fees Get Tickets
Weedie Braimah
Weedie Braimah & the Hands of Time take the stage at Blues Alley with a bold, futuristic diasporic -driven sound rooted in West African folkloric rhythm. Led by the Grammy-nominated Djembefola and composer, this dynamic ensemble weaves djembe, improvisation, and deep groove into a high-energy fusion of jazz, funk, and global soul—where tradition meets innovation and every note moves the spirit.
Weedie Braimah & the Hands of Time present an electrifying performance that fuses West African folkloric rhythm with jazz, funk, soul, and global grooves. Led by the Grammy-nominated djembefola and composer, this powerful ensemble delivers a high-energy, immersive experience—honoring tradition while boldly pushing sound into the future. This eclectic ensemble of highly regarded internationally acclaimed musicians was founded in 2016 by Grammy Nominated Band Leader and Composer, Weedie Braimah. Braimah, a phenomenally talented and highly sought-after Djembefola whose vision is to build a reverence for folkloric West African music in hopes of it evolving and being placed in the world musical arenas of jazz, funk, fusion, world music, and hip hop, is a new face of African percussion both nationally and internationally. He has been able to connect his world with the likes of Youssou N’Dour, Chief Xian aTunde Adjuah, Pedrito Martinez, Trombone Shorty, Bokante, Tank and the Bangas, Cecile Salvant, and Baaba Maal to name a few. This astounding folkloric orchestra mounts the Djembe as the frontage presenting music of the diaspora. Weedie Braimah’s self-titled debut album, was listed in Time Magazine as one of the top 10 albums of 2021 also earning a Grammy Nomination for Best Jazz Soloist for Sackodougou with Chief Xian aTunde Adjuah. Weedie Braimah and the Hands of Time exemplifies tradition, evolution and soul. They are a highly engaging, inspirational and entertaining orchestra that is sure to awaken the African Soul defying the laws of gravity all in the hands of time.
9:30PM / $35 | $7 Fees Get Tickets
1. Final sale, no refunds, not transferable.
2. $15 food/beverage minimum per person not included in ticket price.
3. Seating first come at the door. Doors open 6 PM & 8:45 PM respectively Monday thru Saturday, and 4:30 PM & 7:15 PM Sundays.
4. No Photography or Recording of any kind during the performance.
5. Keep conversation to a minimum during the performance.