(Photo Credit: chicagoafrobeatproject.com)

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Afrobeat: [af-roh-beet] 1. adjective a genre of music similar to jam band jazz and funk with origins in Nigerian Yoruba music. 2. noun some funky rhythms and jam sessions that will make your feet tap, your head bob, and your body groove.

Chicago Afrobeat Project: [shi-kah-goh af-roh-beet proj-ekt] 1. proper noun a Chicago based ensemble consisting of soloists and African dancers from diverse backgrounds each bringing their own unique influences to the band 2. noun a Madison favorite that frequents the city and puts on a show that never fails to make its audience dance

Chicago Afrobeat Project this Friday, Oct. 14th, 9:30pm at Der Rathskeller

Dancing is not just for the band members.  Expect to feel the beat.