Suntou Susso

Suntou Susso is a multi-instrumentalist – kora player, percussionist, singer and composer – from The Gambia who was born a Griot. His primary instrument, the kora is a harp-lute with 22 strings and is unique to the Griots of the Mandinka people. Coming from a 700-year-old tradition, Griots play an important cultural role as peacekeepers and oral historians, transmitting and preserving a people’s culture through the generations using song, music and poetry.

Since the release of his self-written debut album, Kanéfonyo (Never Give Up) in 2022, Suntou’s career has gained serious momentum and he is an in-demand and charismatic performer. He performs frequently as a solo artist playing traditional kora;  that blends British and Gambian musical traditions.  Suntou’s musical abilities are considered unique for his generation.

Expect an intimate, energetic and powerful show as Suntou takes you on multiple journeys: to the sunshine of Africa and beyond. Featuring new original songs and traditional pieces, this live performance is an intimate, soul journey through themes of peace, acceptance, environmental preservation, community, intergenerational wisdom, and the hopes of future generations.