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October 12, 2025
8:00 pm - 10:30 pm
Melafrique is a dynamic Afro-fusion band formed in Edmonton, Canada, in 2016, with a mission to bridge cultures and inspire global audiences through music. The name “Melafrique” blends “Melanin” and “Africa,” symbolizing the band’s celebration of African and diasporic heritage. Drawing from a rich mix of genres–Soul, R&B, Reggae, Pop, Jazz, Neo-soul–and traditional African rhythms, Melafrique’s unique sound is poised to continue pushing musical boundaries while contributing to a vibrant, multicultural artistic landscape.
The band uses music as a powerful vehicle for storytelling, expressing their collective identities as Africans, Caribbean people, and Canadians. With members from Kenya, Nigeria, Ghana, Angola, Jamaica, and Canada, Melafrique’s diversity is embedded in every performance, showcasing the power of cultural exchange through music.
Venue Phone: (780) 432-0428
Venue Website: https://yardbirdsuite.com
Band members
Leshan Masikonte, bassRiwo Egor, lead vocals
Aristotels Canga, main keys
Enoch Attey, guitar
Nathan Hackett, auxilliary keys
Dominic Reynolds, percussion
Trae Chisholm-Lyn, drums
Parking is available in the City of Edmonton lot just outside our doors. $6 maximum from 5pm to 2am or $2.50 per hour.
Tickets will also be available at the door if not previously sold out online. Doors open at 7pm. Music starts at 8pm.
Anyone with mobility concerns wanting to reserve an accessible table please email ed@yardbirdsuitejazz.com
Yardbird Suite has cabaret seating: seats are available first-come, first-served. Please be aware that a couple seated at a table for four may be sharing the table with new friends if the performance is busy.