
An Evening with Mim Suleiman at Cafe No9
The Spiel
Zanzibar-born singer, songwriter, and charismatic performer Mim Suleiman brings her vibrant, soul-stirring fusion of East African heritage, Swahili lyricism, and global rhythms to the acoustic stage. Known for her soaring, expressive vocals and a boundary-pushing career that spans Afro-beat, deep soul, and electronic collaborations, Suleiman is an undeniable force of nature who never fails to captivate and uplift her audience. For this special intimate performance, she is joined by the masterfully versatile Congolese guitarist Fiston Lusambo (founder of the Zong Zing Allstars, collaborator with Afriquoi, and a veteran of the global stage alongside legends like Grace Jones and Sting). Together, they strip back the production to deliver a raw, rhythmically rich, and deeply personal acoustic journey that bridges the sounds of the Swahili coast with the intricate, soulful guitar grooves of Central Africa. ********************************************************************************** Please note this ticket price DOES include a BYOB fee should you wish to bring alcohol to the venue. All additional purchases of non alcoholic drinks and home baked sweet treats from the cafe counter are always very much appreciated.
Goes well with…
Nether Edge & Abbeydale Road: All within a 5–10 minute walk of Café #9: Abbeydale Road pubs and kitchen spots for a pre-show pint or post-gig bite.
Hagglers Corner
4.6£10–£25🍽️ Kitchen & café
Open · See venue for hours
Abbeydale Road neighbourhood kitchen for coffee, small plates, and a relaxed room a few minutes from Café #9.
The Broadfield
4.5£10–£20🍺 Real ale pub
Open · Closes at 11.00 pm
544 Abbeydale Road, Sheffield Ale Club pub with cask ales and a cosy front room, an easy stroll from Nether Edge.
The Sheldon
4.4£10–£20🍺 Traditional pub
Open · See venue for hours
606 Abbeydale Road local with pub food and a friendly crowd, handy before or after an acoustic set at Café #9.
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Straight-line (approx.)
- Tram · University of Sheffield0.90 mi
- Tram · West Street0.98 mi
- Bus · Moorhead (Charter Row)1.06 mi
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