JOJO ABOT is a Ghanaian born, LA-based artist, healer, and musician whose work transcends expectation, challenging themes of identity, spirituality, and healing. Her music blends elements of Afrobeat, jazz, neo-soul, electronica, and reggae, creating a soundscape that is hypnotic and complex. You cannot put JOJO ABOT into a box; she is ever evolving and all-encompassing. Be ready to embark on a journey of self-discovery.
Say She She is a Brooklyn-based, retro-inspired funk band that draws influence from 1970s disco, soul, and pop music, as well as the powerful female-led groups of that era. Charming and operatic, you can’t help but fall under the spell of Say She She. With their groovy synths, sticky guitar licks, and heavenly harmonies, every song is an earworm, and they make it look easy.
Date and Schedule
Thursday, August 7, 2025
Doors, galleries, and concessions open at 6:00 pm
First set: 7:00–7:45 pm
Second set: 8:15–9:30 pm
Pricing and Details
Sunset Concerts are FREE, with walk-up tickets available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Let us know if you're interested in attending to receive email updates with important information before each concert.
Parking:
$20 upon arrival
Carpooling, ridesharing, and Metro are encouraged.
Street parking is strictly prohibited.
Plan Your Visit
Drinks and meals are available for purchase. You may also bring your own, but glass containers and outside alcohol are not permitted.
Dress for the weather. This concert will take place outdoors; layers are encouraged.
Questions? Review the Sunset Concerts FAQs.
Evening Schedule
Doors open at 6:00 pm. Concertgoers should arrive early to eat, drink, shop, and see current exhibitions. While relaxing in the Skirball's hillside courtyard before the concert, enjoy a set by a KCRW DJ.
- 7:00–7:45 pm: JOJO ABOT
- 7:45–8:15 pm: Intermission/Changeover
- 8:15–9:30 pm: Say She She
About the Artists
JOJO ABOT is an interdisciplinary artist and healer whose work explores themes of spirituality, identity, and community across music, film, visual art, fashion, photography, and other mediums. With a diverse career that includes touring and performing alongside iconic artists like Ms. Lauryn Hill, esperanza spalding, and Andre 3000, JOJO ABOT has also made her mark in the fine art world through collaborations with influential figures such as Marina Abramović, Theaster Gates, Carsten Höller, Alison Saar, and others. Known for her genre-defying and medium-blurring approach, JOJO ABOT continues to captivate audiences in renowned spaces like MOMA, Radio City Music Hall, Times Square, Brooklyn Museum, Luna Luna, Roots Picnic, Afropunk, Greek Theater, and more.
“a glorious overload of joyful elation and spiritual elevation” —MOJO
“infused with the wonky post-disco spirit of early 80s NYC” —The Guardian
Say She She consistently tops the radio charts of tastemaker stations KCRW and KEXP, as well as BBC’s Radio 6 Music, with the strong voices of Piya Malik (El Michels Affair, Chicano Batman), Sabrina Mileo Cunningham, and Nya Gazelle Brown fronting the band. Sold out shows from London to Los Angeles and televised appearances on CBS Saturday and Later…with Jools Holland are a testament to a rapidly growing fan base. Say She She has toured with the likes of Thee Sacred Souls, and have already played iconic festivals like Glastonbury, Central Park Summerstage, and more. Say She She fully embrace their role as beauticians, actively reminding people of the inherent beauty in the world. They skillfully employ double entendres and humor to encourage open dialogue and fearlessly address important matters that demand attention.
JOJO ABOT - ALIME (Ft. Elo & Vuyo)
Say She She - Prism [OFFICIAL VIDEO]
Donor Support
Sunset Concerts at the Skirball are generously sponsored by:
The Bilger Family
The 2025 Sunset Concerts season is made possible in part by additional support from:
Media sponsors:
About Sunset Concerts
Our popular summertime music series is back for season 28 with more music than ever before! Get together with friends and family to sing and dance to an eclectic lineup of musicians in the Skirball’s picturesque hillside courtyard in the heart of our relaxing, communal oasis.
