Longturn Presents: Eli Fola (Hybrid Set)

Cobra | Bloomfield | Ages 21+

The Night Shift ignites on March 22nd as Eli Fola brings his mesmerizing 'Yoruba Tech Soul' live set to Cobra! Blending saxophone with hypnotic Afro house and techno, the Nigerian-born artist has captivated audiences from Burning Man to Art Basel with his genre-defying performances. With recent releases on Mobilee Records and his own Tech Afrique imprint, Eli arrives ready to transform Cobra with his unique fusion of traditional Nigerian sounds and contemporary electronic music.

Setting the vibe with some deep, melodic, and playatech tunes will be our very own Koopmusik and Jessica Rosario making her Longturn debut. This is a very unique event you will not want to miss!

Consider this your standing invite. Clock into the weekend: Cobra Lounge, every Saturday.

Eli Fola | Mobilee / Tech Afrique | LA
https://soundcloud.com/eli-fola 

Eli Fola is a Nigerian-American multidisciplinary sound artist, saxophonist, DJ, and producer renowned for his pioneering live-hybrid set, "Yoruba Tech Soul." This innovative fusion combines AfroHouse, techno, jazz, and classical music, reflecting Eli's deep-rooted passion for blending traditional Nigerian sounds with contemporary electronic music.

He has released music on notable labels like Mobilee Records, Connected Frontline, and Cacao Records, as well as on his own imprint, TechAfrique. With a global reach, Eli has toured across over 30 countries and performed at major art cars at Burning Man, solidifying his reputation as a versatile and influential artist.

Eli's journey into music began with early influences from icons like Osunlade, Jeff Mills, and the legendary Fela Kuti. These artists inspired him to merge the rich, vibrant rhythms of Afrobeats and highlife with modern electronic beats, forming the backbone of his unique sound. This eclectic blend has allowed Eli to carve out a distinct niche in the electronic music scene, celebrated not only for its innovation but also for its authenticity and cultural resonance.

Eli's work has caught the attention of high-profile figures in the music and art industries, including Grammy-winning artists Swizz Beatz and Alicia Keys, who have featured him in their private events and at the No Commission art fair in Miami. He has also shared the stage with major names such as ASAP Rocky, Busta Rhymes, and has performed alongside electronic music icons like Black Coffee, Pablo Fierro, and Audiofly.

His versatility extends into film score composition, having worked on projects for Vogue Italia and Free The Works, as well as collaborations with brands like Soho House, Bacardi, Art News, and Art Basel.

In 2016, Eli founded TechAfrique, an independent label and cultural platform dedicated to promoting Afrofuturist ideas and supporting BIPOC artists. Under his leadership, the platform has gained traction for releasing groundbreaking music and curating events across New York City and Tulum, Mexico, that showcase the rich multicultural artistry of Afrohouse and spirituality in a contemporary context. TechAfrique continues to be a hub for innovation, pushing the boundaries of electronic music and highlighting underrepresented voices in the global music scene.

For more on Eli Fola:
https://www.instagram.com/eli.fola/ 
https://open.spotify.com/artist/5IcFG09FACrC6m7N1qa9o0 
https://ra.co/dj/elifola 

Featuring Artists:

Koopmusik | Longturn Music | PGH

https://soundcloud.com/koopmusik 
https://www.instagram.com/koopmusik
https://open.spotify.com/artist/0MG2GSk6vrs7lGMHXEB59d 
https://www.youtube.com/@koopmusik 

Jessica Rosario | PGH
https://www.instagram.com/jriomusic/ 
https://soundcloud.com/jessicariomusic 
https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2gW1BS88tcNdDFZKmq24QI 
https://www.youtube.com/@jriomusic 

Longturn Music welcomes everybody and has a zero-tolerance policy for harassment, unwelcome physical contact, or any brand of bigoted behavior. If anyone at a Longturn event is making you feel uncomfortable or unsafe, or if you witness anything of the sort, we encourage you to speak with the door staff or our team members. We’ll believe you, and we’ll help.

In the era when America's Rust Belt got its name, factory workers labored on a 12-hour day or night shift for two weeks straight. To switch shifts, one group would have to work 24-hours straight and cover the labor gap. This grueling shift became known as the Longturn.

Longturn music was founded to give people with day jobs a space to spend their second shift. No bottle service, no passwords, just a dance floor filled with good people and good music.

Come early, stay late, dance hard ⚒️