Following a highly successful debut in January 2024, the +233 Jazz Bar & Grill, in collaboration with the Ghana Jazz Foundation, is set to host the Jazz In January Festival once again. The event will run from January 1 to January 5, 2025, featuring an exciting lineup of performers to usher in the new year.
Music lovers can look forward to performances by:
- Lipstick Queens on January 1,
- Native Vibe and the West Coast Band on January 2,
- Nigeria’s Afro4 Band on January 3,
- Etienne Mbappé and the GHJazz Collective, featuring Godwin Louis (saxophonist) and Simon Moulier (vibraphonist), on January 4,
- And a Master Jam Session to close the festival on January 5.
Meet the Performers
The Lipstick Queens, a leading Ghanaian band, will kick off the festival with their dynamic performances. Known for lighting up +233 on Wednesday nights, they’re sure to set a vibrant tone for the new year.
Native Vibe, formerly a duo with the late bassist Nee Sackey and guitarist Bill Macpherson, will perform as a tribute to Sackey, showcasing Macpherson’s guitar virtuosity.
The West Coast Band, led by keyboardist Carl Amoah, brings their progressive take on contemporary music, offering a delightful listening experience.
Nigeria’s Afro4 Band—comprising Bright Gain (bass), Wale Adeyemi (drums and vocals), Victor Ademofe (trumpet, flugelhorn, percussion, and vocals), and Luyanda Madope (piano, keyboards, and vocals)—promises a fresh and uniquely African jazz sound as they debut at +233.
On January 4, Etienne Mbappé, the accomplished Cameroonian bassist and singer known for his mastery of Highlife grooves, will take the stage alongside the GHJazz Collective. Grammy-nominated saxophonist Godwin Louis, and world-renowned vibraphonist Simon Moulier, will join Mbappé to deliver an unforgettable performance.
The festival will conclude with a Master Jam Session on January 5, uniting all the featured artists for a grand finale.
Festival Details
Gate opens at 7:00 PM for all performances. With this exceptional lineup, the Jazz In January Festival 2025 is poised to be a captivating musical journey celebrating the essence of jazz.
Don’t miss this five-day celebration of world-class artistry!