Some artists perform.
Keziah Jones creates an experience.
During Jazzablanca 2026, the Nigerian singer and guitarist turned Stage 21 into one of the festival’s most electrifying nights, delivering a performance that blended funk, rock, jazz and African rhythms with unmatched energy.
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The creator of Blufunk—his signature fusion of blues, funk, punk and Yoruba influences—kept the audience moving from the very first note.
Fans were treated to timeless classics such as Rhythm Is Love and Beautiful Emilie, alongside tracks from his latest album, Alive & Kicking, creating the perfect balance between nostalgia and new material.
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What makes Keziah Jones unique…
Isn’t just his music.
It’s the way he performs.
Armed with his iconic percussive guitar technique and magnetic stage presence, he transformed every solo into a conversation with the crowd, turning Stage 21 into an intimate yet explosive musical journey.
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His performance also highlighted the spirit of Jazzablanca’s Stage 21.
Unlike the festival’s main stage, Stage 21 is designed as an immersive space dedicated to contemporary jazz, soul, groove and musical experimentation, bringing audiences closer to the artists and their performances.
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Keziah Jones has spent more than 30 years redefining modern African music.
Influenced by legends like Fela Kuti, Jimi Hendrix and Miles Davis, he has built an international career by breaking musical boundaries and creating a sound that’s impossible to classify.
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His Jazzablanca appearance confirmed exactly why he remains one of Africa’s most respected live performers.
No elaborate visual effects.
No distractions.
Just a guitar…
A groove…
And an audience completely locked into every beat.
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Some concerts entertain… Keziah Jones reminded Casablanca that true legends don’t just play music—they make you feel every single note.
