Kongos are really a sight for sore ears, if you know what I mean; four brothers from South Africa based in Arizona. Johnny - keyboards and accordion, Jesse - drums, Dylan - bass guitar and Daniel lead guitar. As a band they nearly tore the roof off the cosy Hoxton Bar and kitchen last week.
The four guys are the sons of John Kongos (Tokoloshe Man gets a run out in the encore) Most songs on the night came from their current album 'Lunatic' and they really mixed up the sound, heavy rock jams with great guitar riffs., strong drumming and vocals. Shades of the Felice Brothers when Johnny’s accordion kicks in.
They played two Beatles numbers; 'Come Together' and 'Get Back', but as heavier rock versions which sounded great. Their song 'Its A Good Life' sounded pretty John Lennon influenced.
'Come With Me' Now is a great rock number which they played at the end of the set with everybody rocking along. The official video is definitely worth a look on the band’s website
Support for the gig was Hidden Charms with a great raw retro sound; they are well worth checking out!
Photos of Kongos and Hidden charms are HERE
Ken
Kongos Set List
Hey I Don’t Know
Sex On The Radio
Take Me Back
Kids These Days
Escape
I Don’t Mind
Freedom Jazz Dance
I’m Only Joking
This Time I Won’t Forget
Come Together
I Want To Know
Take It From Me
It’s A Good Life
Come With Me Know
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Tokoloshe Man
Get Back