In this CB Sessions video profile, singer and percussionist Akua Allrich performs Miriam Makeba’s “Malaika,” self-accompanying on the cajón (box drum) and discussing her “just do it” approach to music-making. This video was filmed in advance of her Spotlight Residency in April 2019 at Local 16.
Video produced, recorded and edited by Jamie Sandel for CapitalBop
Special thanks to Lauren Honesty and Local 16