Saturday 13 September, 21:00

La Bâtie Festival: Evita Koné

Evita Koné, a singer from Geneva with Swiss, Chadian, and American influences, masterfully blends hip-hop, neo-soul, and R’n’B. Known for her voice that perfectly complements groove, she gracefully transitions between singing and rapping. As a member of the group Captains Of The Imagination, she also enjoys a successful solo career, highlighted by winning the Swiss Live Talents award in 2022. Her EP “Break,” produced by Christophe Calpini, showcases her musical versatility, ranging from smooth soul to dark hip-hop and trip-hop. Through her lyrics, she tackles personal and social themes, particularly addressing the oppression of women and non-binary individuals.

Route de Sauverny 6,
1290 Versoix
Photo Credit: DR
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Photo Credit: DR

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