Suns of Arqa

Suns of Arqa are a world music collective founded in 1979 by Michael Wadada (real name Michael Albert Ward, deceased 2021-10-24). Since the group's formation, over 200 people from around the world have played and recorded with them, and in many cases these were like-minded musicians Wadada met as he travelled the world. Pioneers of World Beat, Ambient, Downtempo and Electro-Dub, Suns of Arqa draw inspiration from around the world, interpreting indigenous, tribal and classical folk traditions. They have created an impressive legacy and earned worldwide recognition.