PHOTOS: How Alan Cave’s Zouk performance captivated Kigali’s audience
Monday, September 25, 2023
Haitian-American sensation, Georges Alan Cavé, known as Alan Cave, perfomed in Kigali on Friday, September 22. Photos by Dan Gatsinzi and Christianne Murengerantwari.

Haitian-American musician Alan Cave performed at Crown Conference Hall Nyarutarama on Friday night. He took the spotlight at precisely 21:10, setting the stage for a performance that would captivate the audience for the next hour and a half.

This concert carried an international flavor as the majority of attendees were foreign fans drawn to Alan Cave's presence and the allure of his Kompa-Zouk music. However, sprinkled among the international admirers were a handful of devoted Rwandan fans.

This concert carried an international flavor as the majority of attendees were foreign fans.

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Alan Cave delivered a semi-live performance, his stage companions included his producer, a pianist, a drummer and two backup singers. Together, they weaved a musical tapestry that left the audience fascinated.

The concert was a journey through the artist's illustrious discography, featuring beloved hits such as "All I Want," "Please Baby," "365 Jou," "Manman Mia," "Fan'm dous mwen,” and many more. Each note and every lyric resonated with the crowd.

As the night drew to a close, Alan Cave expressed his gratitude to the Kigali fans who had turned out to witness his performance. In a fitting finale, he serenaded the audience with his viral sensation, "Se Pa Pou Dat."

One of the standout moments of the evening was the unity and infectious enthusiasm from the crowd. Fans, both local and foreign, left their VVIP seats and gravitated closer to the stage, transforming the event into a spirited sing-along. The majority of the audience comprised couples, a fitting tribute to the Zouk genre, known for its romantic and passionate dances.

Revelers watch the performance
A fan invited on stage performing one of Alan Cave's songs. Photo by Christianne Murengerantwari.
A fan singing along to Alan Cave's performance.
Alan Cave gave the mic to fans throughout the performance so that they could sing along.
Prod Cheff Lonchér delivered tunes for Alan Cave's performance. Photo by Christianne Murengerantwari.
Photo by Christianne Murengerantwari.