Who´s Xango?

Xango! (pronounced Shango) is the God of Thunder, Drums, Music and Dance, having been elevated from being a famous warrior and the fourth King of the Yoruba. One of the ORISHAS (guardian spirits), his special number is six, and he rules the colours red and white. His symbol is the oshe (double headed axe), which represents swift and balanced justice. When thunder is heard you should salute him by crying ´Cabio Sile Shango´ or words to that effect! Apart from his dog, he also favours roosters and turtles, and if you invite him to a feast you will need to stock up on bananas, apples, cornmeal, okra, red wine and rum.

Xango leads a full red-blooded life and likes to party. His special Feast Day is 4th of December and he has a piper employed to play all the latest hits. He has a relationship with OYA (another guardian spirit) which can at times be very tempestuous as he is very much a ladies man, and in great demand as a dancer, and for playing the drums. He does not get on well with his brother OGUN and is not averse to a good punch-up. But Xango´s a good God to have on your side as he can be very loyal and protective.

What´s Xango! Live Music all about?

Xango! Live Music is a free to use live music gig guide.

Our aim is to provide the most comprehensive guide to live music in your area.  At Xango, as a music lover or gig goer, you can search for all the live music going on in your area. Read about the bands, who have their own profile page which includes photos, blogs, gig list and samples of their music. Linked into the gig guide are venue profiles with ´how to find us´ maps and full gig lists at the venue. Everything you need to have a great night out. Bands or Artists can register for a free profile, which can be maintained to contain your latest gig listings, photos, blog and music samples.