Tomorrow, Monday, December 1st, is World AIDS Day. To raise awareness of the worldwide observance of AIDS, the Gates Foundation, KEXP, EMP Museum, and Lifelong are joining forces to host a free concert at EMP from 5pm to 10pm on Monday.
The event will not only feature a concert, but also highlight African music, art, and culture. The concert brings together World Music artists Chimurenga Renaissance (featuring Tendai “Baba” Maraire of Shabazz Palaces) and Thomas Mapfumo & the Blacks Unlimited. World Music will play through the evening with selections by KEXP Wo’Pop DJ Darek Mazzone.
According to Mazzone: “Seattle is fortunate to have both Chimurenga Renaissance and the lion of Zimbabwe himself, Thomas Mapfumo grace the stage at EMP for this debut event… They represent the spirit of music and culture in South Africa, Zimbabwe and the larger African continent. These performances are great way to raise awareness for World AIDS Day, I’m grateful this event has come together so successfully.”
The event both free and open to all ages – plus, art, snacks, education, culture, and music will be provided throughout the evening. All you have to do is RSVP and show up at the EMP Sky Church tomorrow!