Summer Concerts @ the Iron Works: July 24th – Mamadou

Join us for a free concert at the Saugus Iron Works each Wednesday evening this summer.

Shows start at 6:00 pm. at 244 Central Street in Saugus.

On Wednesday, July 17th, Mamadou, a world-class ensemble showcasing the original musical works of Senegalese luminary Mamadou Diop. Having shared the stage and collaborated with countless African greats including Baaba Maal, Mamadou Jimi Mbaye and Mbaye Dieye Faye in the Madison Band (formerly of Youssou Ndour), Thione Seck, Nicolas Menheim and Papa Seck in the band Africando, the Grand Soda Mama, and many others, Mamadou introduced his signature rhythm guitar sound around the world.

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Our complete 2024 lineup:

July 10th: Squeezebox Stompers (Cajun & Zydeco)

July 17th: Memorylaners (50s, 60s, 70s)

July 24th: Mamadou (World Music, West African Rhythms)

July 31st: Sweet Soul Sounds (Motown, Funk, Hip Hop)

August 7th: Atwater & Donnelly (Trad. American & Celtic Folk & Dance)

August 14th: Ditto (Folk & Rock: 60s and 70s)

August 21st: Headlands (Folk, Country, Americana Pop)

August 28th: Jumpstreet (Rock, R&B, Blues, & Jazz)

Bring chairs or a blanket and a picnic! Enjoy a summer evening at the historic Saugus Iron Works with great music and friends!

Partially funded through a generous grant from the Massachusetts Cultural Council


Published: July 18th, 2024

Author: Alan Thibeault
Tags:Concert, mamadou, music, Saugus Iron Works,