Name: Ranky Tanky
Start: 2025-03-20T19:30:00
Location: Francis Marion University Performing Arts Center

Francis Marion University Performing Arts Center is gearing up to host a series of extraordinary events that celebrate the rich tapestry of cultural heritage and musical brilliance. This upcoming season, audiences will experience the rhythmic allure of Step Afrika!, the heartfelt melodies of Edwin McCain, and the soul-stirring sounds of Ranky Tanky. Each of these performances promises to captivate with their unique blend of art forms and storytelling, offering a glimpse into the diverse world of African American and Southern cultural expressions. Join us in Florence, SC, for an unforgettable journey through music and dance.

Celebrating Cultural Heritage and Musical Brilliance at FMU

Get ready for an artistic journey that transcends borders and genres as Francis Marion University Performing Arts Center hosts three extraordinary events. Step Afrika will showcase the vibrant art of stepping, Edwin McCain will serenade audiences with his timeless love ballads, and Ranky Tanky will bring the soul-stirring sounds of Gullah music to life. Each event celebrates unique cultural heritages and artistic expressions, promising unforgettable experiences in Florence, SC.

Arts and Culture Revived: Step Afrika, Edwin McCain, and Ranky Tanky Light Up Francis Marion University

Francis Marion University Performing Arts Center

Ranky Tanky

Ranky Tanky" class="css-u850" data-mark-multiple="true">Ranky Tanky (a Gullah phrase for “get funky”) are five lifelong friends from Charleston, South Carolina who have established themselves as passionate global ambassadors for their local culture and community, helping to faithfully preserve the traditions originated by African Americans in the coastal South during slavery that are kept alive through the present day. The GRAMMY award winning band has been featured on NPR’s Fresh Air, The Today Show, PBS Newshour and The Late Show with Stephen Colbert #playathome. Ranky Tanky were honored to be featured artists in President Biden’s inauguration event, We The People. They were the subjects of a 10-page profile in Oxford American’s South Carolina Music Issue and were named 2020 Artist of The Year by the Charleston City Paper.

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