Ibibio Sound Machine have released a new electronic, afrobeat-infused song and video recorded at Hot Chip’s studio. The track debuted on Lauren Laverne’s BBC 6Music show and comes along with news of a run of UK shows in 2022, the group’s first tour since 2019.
Speaking about the song Eno WIlliams’ says: “Even in trying times, ‘without love, there’s no electricity.’ This one started out as an idea to mix Afrobeat with Giorgio Moroder–style synth vibes. The end section with Alfred’s korego (Ghanaian 2-stringed folk guitar) solo was already there when we got into the studio, but then we added the big kick drum that happens underneath and Owen from Hot Chip’s crazy drum machine percussion at the end, which gave it a futuristic Afro feel when mixed with the more talking drum parts.”
UK Tour dates 2022
- Mar 30th | Bath – Forum
- Mar 31st | Worthing – The Venue
- Apr 1st | Manchester – Band on the Wall
- Apr 3rd | Birmingham – The Castle & Falcon
- Apr 7th | Newcastle – Wylam Brewery
- Apr 8th | Glasgow – St. Luke’s
- Apr 9th | Leeds – Belgrave Music Hall
- Apr 14th | London – Electric Ballroom
