Artist. Cultural Educator. Creative Storyteller.
Kayode Bamgbose (Kaybams)
Artist. Cultural Educator. Creative Storyteller.
Fifteen years shaping cultural experiences that uplift communities and inspire collective expression.
About Me
I am Kayode Bamgbose, also known as Kaybams, a multidisciplinary artist and cultural educator dedicated to creating spaces where rhythm, culture, and human expression come alive. My work is grounded in the belief that creativity can heal, connect, and transform communities.
For over fifteen years, I have led cultural performances, youth development workshops, and community wellbeing sessions across the UK. My approach blends African rhythmic traditions, contemporary performance, and participatory art, creating moments that feel both grounded and elevating.
Through my work, I aim to help people reconnect with identity, confidence, and community spirit. Whether performing in public spaces or engaging with young people in a workshop setting, I focus on creativity as a universal language that invites everyone in.
Artist Statement
Culture is memory. Rhythm is language. Creativity is healing. My work brings these worlds together to inspire unity and collective joy.
- 15 years of cultural performance and community arts practice
- Specialist in rhythm-led workshops and youth engagement
- Creator of open air cultural performance experiences
- Strong track record in community connection and wellbeing outcomes
Work $ Impact
My work lives at the intersection of culture, performance, and community. Each project is designed to invite people to participate, express, and reconnect with their creative identity.
Public
Performances
Talking Drum
Workshops for
Young People
Wellbeing Through
Creativity
Community
Projects
Gallery
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SELECTED UK ARTISTIC CREDITS 2024 -2026
- Drummer/Actor — ORITA (The Crossroads), Bradford African Festival of Art (BAFA), Bradford Arts Centre — Aug2026.
- Drum Coordinator/Opitan (Storyteller) — OÒDAYÈ: The Cradle Highlights, Atupa (The Spotlight), CAST Doncaster —Apr 2026.
- Star Performer — CAHN Africa Day 2026 — May 2026.
- Lead Drummer/Performer — Black Sound Gala, official launch of MOBO Fringe Week — Mar 2026.
- Lead Drummer/Percussionist — KalakutHER: Queens of Fela’s Republic, Village Square Production — Apr 2026.
- Lead Drummer & Coordinator of Musicians — Kashimawo, Shaw Theatre, London (Off West End) — Oct 2025.
- Guest Percussionist — Black History Month: Communities Across Cultures, University of Leeds — Oct 2025.
- Lead Talking Drummer & Percussionist — United Praise London, Dominion Centre — Jul 2025.
- Performing Artist — Trailblazers Open Mic Night, Manchester — Nov 2025.
- Performing Artist / Drummer-Percussionist — Greater Manchester Caribbean & African Community Carol Service, Manchester Cathedral — Dec 2025.
- Committee Member & Star Performer — Cultural Hangout Festival, London — Dec 2025.
- Main Performing Artist — Christmas Made in Naija, The Lighthouse Centre, Salford — Dec 2025.
- Assistant Percussionist / Orchestral Lead — Awo The Musical, Shaw Theatre, London — May 2024.
INTERNATIONAL & NIGERIAN ARTISTIC PRACTICE
- Lead Percussion Director — EKO NAFEST 2024, Lagos edition, National Festival of Arts and Culture; appointed by Lagos State
- Lead Drummer — MASA Festival (Market for African Performing Arts), Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire — Mar 2022.
- Lead Drummer — Echoes of the Drums, Lagos — Oct 2022.
- Drummer & Percussionist — International Dance Day, Ibadan — April 2022.
- Drummer & Percussionist — Nigeria’s 61st Independence Day Celebration, Abuja — Oct 2021.
- Lead Drummer & Percussionist — Omituntun Pace Setter Festival, Oyo State — April 2021