Dreamland Presents Toubab Krewe

Toubab Krewe is a vibrant instrumental powerhouse that lustily swirls together rock, African traditions, jam sensibilities, international folk strains and more. In several West African languages, Toubab means "foreigner" and "Krewe" is a reference to the New Orleans region's spelling of the word "Crew" and with roots in Asheville, NC this magnetic instrumental quintet has won a diverse and devoted following at performances everywhere from Bonnaroo to the legendary Festival of the Desert in Essakane, Mali, the most remote festival in the world.

Formed in 2005, Toubab Krewe has tenaciously honed their craft through relentless touring and a fierce dedication to carving out something they can truly call their own. They are best known for their uncanny ability to effortlessly mix American rock with the West African musical traditions into an almost addictive sound. Toubab Krewe carves out a new trail honoring the African originators they admire by making something alive and contemporary.

The band developed their unique sound over the course of numerous extended trips to Mali, Guinea, and Ivory Coast, where they immersed themselves in the local culture and studied and performed with luminaries. While nearly impossible to put into any box, it takes only a few moments to realize in a very palpable way that one is face-to-face with a truly original sound. On Sunday, August 12^th, Dreamland will host this talented group along with opening act DCLA, (Duke’s County Love Affair) the well-loved Martha’s Vineyard based-group known for their fresh sound often thought of as ‘gypsy rock hop’ – mashing blues, gypsy soul, hip hop and rock.

Toubab Krewe performs at Dreamland on August 12^th. Tickets: $10 Advance - $12 Day of Show - (Available online atTicketsmv.com/dreamland). Doors open at 8 pm. 21 +. For more information on this and other upcoming shows visit the Dreamland Facebook Page.