Get acquainted now, because Afi will soon be a name on discerning lips everywhere. Like Eryka Badu and Jill Scott before her, Afi is the latest in a line of talented "nu soul" artists emerging from the underground, singing… as well as penning… tunes worthy of their soul heritage.
Hailing from Washington, DC, Afi is the definition of a true "Soul Sista." This Howard University musical theatre graduate began performing at the age of two in traditional African dance. She soon incorporated singing, drama, and other forms of dance into her repertoire. Afi's craft was cultivated through pre-eminent programs such as The Children's Urban Arts ensemble (CUE), DC Youth Ensemble, and the Kankouran West African Dance Company.

Afi has remained fiercely independent, even in the light of a recent flurry of attention. Afi has garnered rave reviews in outlets as diverse as The Washington Post, The Gazette, African.com, Garageband.com, and the Philadelphia City Paper. One who blesses the world when she opens her mouth, Afi has serenaded her way to gigs throughout Washington's live music scene. Most folks caught her funked-out soul performances as the headline act at Cada Vez every first Saturday of the month here in DC., or at B-Girl Manifesto a popular regular showcase series for women performing artists, or even through her independently released single, "Same Ole" which earned her a nomination for Best Urban Contemporary Artist in 2002 by the Washington Area Music Association (WAMA).

Without as much as a CD single available in stores, Afi racked up numerous venues up and down the East coast, including Philadelphia's famed Black Lily, and had the opportunity to open for some of the most talented and respected people in the music industry today, including Rhian Benson, Flo Brown and DreamWorks recording artist Floetry, her out-of this-world vocal ability touches her audience as she performs original and classic tunes with vocal prowess of one twice her age. Afi consistently reaches for the sun so that her talent can bathe her fans in its light. The sunflower, Afi's symbol, represents Afi's talent to uplift through performance. Her music is a testament to her gospel training, and a religious but liberal upbringing. It bears love for her idols and influences, such as Donnie Hathaway, Stevie Wonder, Chaka and Aretha Franklin.

For bookings and additional info, please visit: www.afisoul.com