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This show belongs to the Adelaide Fringe 2026 season. This season is now over.

image of artist playing didgeridoo with eyes closed with rocky backdrop
image of artist playing didgeridoo with handpan in front of him
image of artist playing didgeridoo and Handpan at the same time
Adelaide Fringe 2026

Tribal Sound Journey

After a sold out 2025 Fringe season, Matt Benjamin’s Tribal Sound Journey returns to Adelaide Fringe 2026 with a new show. A master multi-instrumentalist, Matt blends the deep resonance of Didgeridoo, celestial Handpan tones, soaring voice, hypnotic world percussion, and immersive live looping into transformative soundscapes. His performances move from high-energy rhythms that ignite dance to soulful, meditative journeys of reflection. Drawing on his North African, Mediterranean, and Middle Eastern roots, Matt creates a world music experience that captivates, uplifts, and moves audiences—where ancient rhythms meet immersive modern sound

Presented by: Matt Benjamin

Matt Benjamin of Tribal Sound Journey has been immersed in music for over 30 years. Drawing from his North African, Mediterranean, and Middle Eastern heritage, he explores diverse musical traditions and fuses them with live loops and world beats. Matt has mastered the yidaki (didgeridoo) and studied West African percussion under master teachers from Senegal, Ghana, and Sierra Leone. Recently, he embraced the handpan, a contemporary instrument that has captivated his creativity. His performances weave ancient and modern sounds into evocative, immersive soundscapes that transport and inspire audiences.
Music • World Music
South Australia • World Premiere

Suitability & warnings

Content rating: G
Family friendly: Yes

Accessibility

 
Suitable for audiences who may not have a comprehensive understanding of the English language

Presenter

Presented by: Matt Benjamin

Matt Benjamin of Tribal Sound Journey has been immersed in music for over 30 years. Drawing from his North African, Mediterranean, and Middle Eastern heritage, he explores diverse musical traditions and fuses them with live loops and world beats. Matt has mastered the yidaki (didgeridoo) and studied West African percussion under master teachers from Senegal, Ghana, and Sierra Leone. Recently, he embraced the handpan, a contemporary instrument that has captivated his creativity. His performances weave ancient and modern sounds into evocative, immersive soundscapes that transport and inspire audiences.

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