Femi Kuti announces Irish dates

Hot on the heels of Papa Wemba's show in the SFX, African music fans get another early Chrimbo present next month when Femi Kuti plays the Red Box, Dublin (November 4) and Trinity Rooms, Limerick (5).

The Irish dates are part of a longer European tour to promote African Shrine, the Nigerian's new album which comprises one continuous 90-minute piece of music.

Fans wanting to travel up to Limerick from Cork can catch an express bus that leaves the People's Republic at 7.30pm and returns straight after the gig. For bookings call (086) 8893691.