Haiti on Our Mind with Joseph 'FanFan' Louis (Boukman Experience)
Sun, Sep 21
|Sankofa Video, Books & Cafe
Calling all Artists in the DMV! Join Haile Gerima and Sankofa Video & Books in this space of Artistic Expression and Protest! Featuring Eugenia Charles (WPFW), Luca Amayo & Joseph 'FanFan' Louis!
Time & Location
Sep 21, 2025, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Sankofa Video, Books & Cafe, 2714 Georgia Ave NW, Washington, DC 20001, USA
Guests
About The Event
From the heart of Haiti - join us for an unforgettable evening with the legendary Joseph "Fanfan" Louis - master guitarist, cultural icon, and musical storyteller.
Internationally acclaimed Haitian Entertainer Joseph Frantz Louis is celebrated for his dynamic performances and unique compositions that blend jazz, reggae, Haitian folk songs, Brazilian, and African rhythms, creating a truly unparalleled global sound. For over 35 years, Joseph has been one of the most beloved instrumentalists in the Washington Metropolitan Area.
As a founding member of the world-renowned Haitian band "Boukman Experience" and a former member of Disney World's Animal Kingdom Performance Troupe "Wassalu", Joseph's mastery of sound is evident. He served as the lead guitarist for Washington DC-based "Image Band" for over 12 years, performing across the United States, Canada, and the Caribbean, captivating diverse audiences of all ages.
Throughout his career, Joseph Frantz Lous has masterfully navigated the middle ground between jazz…