The Black Atlantics

The Black Atlantics are a Minneapolis-based music collective founded in 2014.

Based on the teachings of historian Paul Gilroy, The Black Atlantic showcases the existence of a distinct black culture that incorporates elements from African, American, British, and Caribbean cultures.

The compositions of this collective uniquely morphs the styles of Afrobeat, Rock, Funk, and Highlife to create their self-coined “Django” sound.

The Black Atlantics are led by multi-instrumentalist Obiora Obikwelu (Obi Original).

Past Shows


Jan
24
th
2025
Turf Club
Sep
16
th
2023
Fine Line
Sep
16
th
2023
Fine Line

Obi Original and The Black Atlantics

'Original Composition' EP Release Show
with Chutes and Moise

More Shows

Nov
16
th
Fine Line

Boyce Avenue

Sep
19
th
First Avenue

Spacey Jane

with The Belair Lip Bombs
Aug
11
th
7th St Entry

Kiesza

with Bonnie McKee
Jul
25
th
First Avenue

United We Dance: The Ultimate Rave Experience