Madagascar Slim
Madagascar Slim, born Randriamananjara Radofa Besata Jean Longin, taught himself to play music on his older brother’s guitar when he was just a child. His music, inspired by recordings of BB King, Jimi Hendrix, and the traditional songs of Madagascar, mix together nicely to create a unique sound that is equal parts roots, blues, folk, R&B;, reggae, and world music. Dulcet vocal harmonies, propulsive guitar playing, uplifting and complex rhythms that surprise and delight, are all trademarks of his infectious music.
Listeners should be advised that while you take in Madagascar Slim’s rich, harmonized vocals and rollicking guitars lines, you’ll need to look around at your surroundings to remind yourself you’re in Vancouver and not in Slim’s African home.
Performance Times/Locations:
Sat: 11:25 on Stage 2; 3:45 pm on Stage 7
Sun: 3:40 pm on Stage 2
