Descendants

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SATURDAY 13TH JULY AT PARALLEL
23:59-06:00

Showcasing Afro-electronic sounds and rhythms from all corners of the globe, NYC-based DESCENDANTS returns to Parallel after a stunning debut edition in April and a big ADE celebration in October. Back again: this time with another stacked line up featuring local and international talents. For this edition they invited the award nominated South African Dance Music Duo Kususa with a dark and edgy Afro-Tech/House sound. As well as Nairobi-based Coco Em with a sound that moves through Afro House, Kuduro, Lingala, Hip-Hop and more. In addition to Sky White from Mozambique, Descendants-founder Meedy from New York and local hero Inkedrebelle.

With a sound that moves easily through afro house, kuduro, lingala, hip-hop and more, ABOUT DESCENDANTS:
DESCENDANTS is the fastest growing community based Afro House experience in New York City. Their mission is to bring beautiful souls together to express and truly experience Afro House and other culturally inspired electronic music. Combining eclectic Afro-Electronic artists from around the world that express a wide range of culturally inspired house music, along with in-house projection mapping and visuals, DESCENDANTS strives to curate spiritually elevated experiences for their visitors.

This event is 21+

Kususa (SA)

Meedy (NY)

Meedy is a self-taught DJ/Producer and founder of DESCENDANTS. His musical journey began at age 2, when his Afghan roots connected him to the Tabla which he played for 10 years. At age 13, he started producing music and began his career as an experiential event producer in Miami. Later, Meedy connected deeply with the rhythmic presence in Afro house, resonating with his roots and childhood. He founded DESCENDANTS with the vision that those who are 'Descendants' of the rhythms and elements within Afro house should have a platform and safe space to experience healing and joy through this profound music.

Coco EM

Coco Em, hailed as "The hardest hustling DJ" by Okay Africa, is an internationally renowned artist whose musical journey spans continents. With a career that has taken her from the vibrant rhythms of Nuits d’Afrique in Montreal to the eclectic beats of Trans Musicales in Rennes, France, Coco Em's DJ prowess knows no bounds.

Amidst the challenges of the pandemic, Coco Em found her creative sanctuary, birthing her debut album, "Kilumi," in 2020. This masterpiece delves into a diverse soundscape that fueled her during those trying times, featuring 70 unique ideas meticulously sculpted into a mesmerising seven-track journey. "Kilumi" traverses various musical avenues, from the amapiano-inspired "Winyo Nungo" to the high-energy "Kilumi" and the moody trap stylings of "Keep The Pace."

Collaborating with Santuri East Africa studios, Coco Em's artistic vision crystallised into a remarkable EP, a testament to her dedication and the empowering influence of East African mentors. She's not just a musical force; she's also the founder of the Nairobi-based womxn collective, Sim Sima, and her own label, enriching the cultural landscape with her infectious beats and pioneering spirit. Coco Em's debut release, featuring seven Kenyan talents, reflects her artistic soul and the vibrant creative energy thriving in African studios and dancefloors today.