Samaki — Live Afrobeat

Samaki are a Hastings-based Afrobeat collective led by saxophonist Christopher White, a former musical director for Van Morrison. Drawing inspiration from Fela Kuti and Tony Allen, the group brings together musicians with backgrounds in jazz, funk and African-influenced music.

Their sound is built around interlocking percussion, deep bass grooves and layered horn arrangements. Repeating rhythmic patterns create space for extended instrumental improvisation, with saxophone lines weaving through the ensemble’s driving, dance-oriented sound.