Baba T

Babajide Tikare aka ‘Baba T’ is a multi-faceted artist with a creative output that spans DJing, photography, writing, art direction, and music curation. He is an open-minded DJ with an eclectic palette and has brought his dynamic sets to venues across the UK. He has an ear for all things groovy, with selections spanning Afrobeat, Boogie and Disco to Percussive Techno, House, and Acid. Nothing is off the table, as long as it keeps the floor moving

As the key figure behind Don’t Touch My Fro!, a London-based radio show and event series, Baba has fostered a platform that celebrates Black diasporic music in all its forms. From early disco-inspired grooves to contemporary club sounds, their sets are deeply rooted in the communal spirit of dance music, often balancing the nostalgic with the cutting edge. He has also curated thoughtful DJ mixes that explore ambient music through an Afro-electronic lens. These mixes showcase his ability to craft sonic journeys that are both introspective and expansive, demonstrating a keen ear for mood, texture and reflection. Whether playing intimate venues or larger club spaces, Baba’s sets are known for their depth, emotional resonance, eclecticism and most of all – groove.