Ibibio Sound Machine

Ibibio Sound Machine are one of the most compelling and forward-thinking bands emerging from the UK scene – a genre-defying afro-futurist collective blending West African rhythms, electronic textures, disco, post-punk and global club energy into a sound that’s as powerful on record as it is explosive live.

Formed in London in 2013 around the magnetic vocals of British-Nigerian frontwoman Eno Williams and co-founder Max Grunhard, the 8-piece ensemble have built a formidable body of work and a loyal global following

Their discography spans 5 critically-acclaimed albums that showcase their evolution from afro-electronic innovators to dancefloor commanders.

They’ve performed around the globe including high profile sets at Glastonbury, WOMAD Australia & NZ, Wilderness, 6Music Festival, Green Man, Rock En Seine, Glastonbury and many more, as well as supporting Coldplay at Wembley Stadium, and appearing on Later…With Jools Holland twice and a KEXP live session.

Their 6th album will be released later in 2026 on Merge records.

Arrive in time for the opening act and show your support for up-and-coming artists and maybe discover your new favourite act! Islington Assembly Hall celebrates support artists with the Support the Supports campaign. Early arrivals to the venue before 8pm will automatically be included in our Support the Supports lottery, with the chance to win prizes including drink vouchers and mystery merchandise!

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Presented by Metropolis Music.

This is a 16+ event.