Armo at Rizzoli Bookstore

Armo’s intimate and energetic sound focuses on classical and contemporary Afrobeat, featuring the works of Fela Anikulapo Kuti and new directions in music set upon by Armo’s founders. This six piece band is an outgrowth of Afrobeat pioneers Antibalas, featuring lead singer/keyboardist Amayo, trumpeter Jordan McLean, percussionist/vocalist Marcus Farrar, and drummer Kevin Raczka. Renowned bassist Justin Kimmel and guitarist Nikhil P. Yerawadekar, also members of the Antibalas family of musicians complete the band's unique electric sound.

Collectively the members of this ensemble have performed thousands of concerts around the world on their own and as members of Antibalas, and have worked with such luminaries as David Byrne, Angelique Kidjo, Public Enemy, TV on The Radio, and Ornette Coleman....

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Armo’s intimate and energetic sound focuses on classical and contemporary Afrobeat, featuring the works of Fela Anikulapo Kuti and new directions in music set upon by Armo’s founders. This six piece band is an outgrowth of Afrobeat pioneers Antibalas, featuring lead singer/keyboardist Amayo, trumpeter Jordan McLean, percussionist/vocalist Marcus Farrar, and drummer Kevin Raczka. Renowned bassist Justin Kimmel and guitarist Nikhil P. Yerawadekar, also members of the Antibalas family of musicians complete the band's unique electric sound.

Collectively the members of this ensemble have performed thousands of concerts around the world on their own and as members of Antibalas, and have worked with such luminaries as David Byrne, Angelique Kidjo, Public Enemy, TV on The Radio, and Ornette Coleman.

Join us in the intimate atmosphere of the Rizzoli Bookstore. Charge includes complimentary Mionetto prosecco.

Space is limited. RSVP at [email protected]

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