Presented by: 3 Dots and Community Partner Gorinto Productions
ORCHESTRA GOLD – African Psychedelic Rock
A kaleidoscope of sound deeply rooted in the Malian tradition while introducing a genre-bending nod to the future through their rare and artful fusion: African Psychedelic Rock. The music represents this powerful intersection, transcending borders and boundaries to be a force of healing within the community.
$20 Presale/$25 Day of Show
This Performance Co-Presented by The Center for Performing Arts//PSU Presents
“Behind Oakland CA-based ensemble Orchestra GOLD’s
original sound is a decade-long story of knowledge,
respect, and collaboration between Mariam Diakite of Mali
and Erich Huffaker of Oakland. Blending the traditions of
Mali and American Rock/Funk with a retro feel, OG
represents a world of powerful cross-cultural experience.
The group transcends borders and boundaries to be a
force of healing within the community. OG offers a
kaleidoscope of magical sound deeply rooted in the past
while boldly blazing towards the genre-bending future:
African Psychedelic Rock.”
Orchestra Gold’s vibrant sound is spearheaded by the dynamic Mariam Diakite, whose raw, hypnotic vocals deliver heartfelt and thought-provoking lyrics in the highly symbolic Bambara language. While paying homage to Malian musical traditions, this fierce new sound thrives with heavy swinging rhythms, a funky fresh brass section, and cosmic guitar licks. With the January 2023 release of their third album, Medicine, this profoundly spiritual and dance-inducing ensemble continues their pursuit of spreading healing and community through the universal gift of music.
“…pure fire… I want to see this band so bad”
— BOB BOILEN, HOST of ALL SONGS CONSIDERED / NPR TINY DESK
Gorinto x 3 Dots Present Secret Planet: International Sounds in Rural Spaces will establish a landmark series of diverse global music performances in rural Central PA, connecting a decentralized consortium of curators, musicians, and producers presenting international performances across the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic.
