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Afro Dizzi Act
Afro-beat / Funk / Jazz

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Brisbane/Byron Bay, Queensland
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Member Since11/24/2005
Band Websitewww.afrodizziact.com
Band MembersZiggzaggz (sax and clavinet), Sol Carroll (guitar), a.n.t (keys), OJ (bass) and Mark Landsbury Henman (beats), Guests include: Jali Buba Kuyateh (Kora and Vocals), Andrew Szumowski, (Keys), Dheeraj Shrestha (tabla), Shannon Marshall (trumpet)

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Brisbane's Courier Mail Review.

INSTRUMENTAL, Afro Dizzi Act, Walkin', (Independent). Reviewed by Noel Mengel.

WELL, not quite instrumental, since Senegalese guest vocalist Jali Buba Kuyateh appears on the title track, but trying to classify Afro Dizzi Act – ambient-world-jazz-dub-funk, anyone? – is fiendishly difficult. The band released their first recordings in 2001 and have become live favourites around Brisbane and at festival events such as Woodford. Afro Dizzi Act are seriously good, crossing many musical borders to create something evocative and fresh. The 10-minute opener, The Drop Off, sets the tone, building on a drum 'n' bass-style drum groove and Shannon Carroll's spacey guitar soundscapes. Rise delivers authentic dub-style reggae, while Walkin' is smile-inducing Afro-funk which shows why they go down so well at festivals. Indian tablas add another flavour to The Pilgrim and Rainbow is a Higher Ground-type funk blast. Then they cool things down with Sunrise Over Moharabad, which is more like something from Miles Davis's first electric period.

RAVE MAGAZINE REVIEW

AFRO DIZZI ACT – Welcome Speech EP (Independent) " The Afro is back to remind us they’re the Dizzi-est Act in town. Aw yeah! From the first bar of that unmistakable Rhodes-goodness and shit-tight hard-groovin’ rhythm, this Welcome Speech is suitable for all occasions where the words “chill, kick-back and party” are required. By the time Nick Aggs’ old-school sax kicks in, it’s onto the bar/pool/back-deck/lounge/ sunny coastline we go. It’s a catchy little number without comprising on feel and signature jazzy classiness. Next up, Let Yourself Go kicks in with OJ Newcomb’s motherfunky bassline, followed by Shannon Sol R Carroll trading guitar licks with the sexy sax. You’ll love the funky breakdowns, the feeling it gives, and the slick production (by Jeff Lovejoy, Josh Bell and Paulie B). And you’ll hate that there’re only two more tracks. The slightly more urgent Rainbows is a dirty confession of wah-addicts who can’t quit, while a naughty Dave Dog remix of Let Yourself Go finishes off the party in style. Purchase. PETER B

Record LabelLow Pressure Productions/Vitamin Records
Type of LabelIndie


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   Upcoming Shows ( view all )
Apr 30 2009 8:00P
SoundLounge Gold Coast, Queensland
May 9 2009 3:00P
West End Carnival Brisbane (What a City What a Lady), Queensland
May 15 2009 7:00P
Coolum Civic Centre Coolum, SUNSHINE COAST, Queensland

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   About Afro Dizzi Act

For just over decade, Afro Dizzi Act has been performing in Australia and throughout East Asia, collaborating with musicians of the globe and performing a style of music the industry has described as fusion, or, as preferred by the band, roots infused World Beat. The unification of the bands sound lies in their ability to perform with the depth, feel and telepathy nurtured from 10 years of playing together, their collective compositional skills and the exceptional craftsmanship of the bands vocalist, Senegalese born Jali Buba Kuyateh. Sonic stylist and saxophonist Nick Aggs, guitarist/lyricist Sol Carroll, Bassman OJ Newcomb and drummer Mark Landsbury Henman are not only the backbone of Afro, they stand out individually as being exceptionally gifted musicians with a plethora of recordings and tours under their belts.

Over ten years the sound of Afro Dizzi Act has evolved from its humble beginnings as a five piece party band to an internationally travelled unit with a catalogue of recordings and a solidified and focused sonic direction. As word spread in the late nineties of Afro’s outrageous musicianship and fun filled jams, invitations came thick and fast to play throughout Queensland. A dedication to funk and odd time rhythmic explorations was documented in 1999 with a now collectable limited run of CD’s recorded at the Woodford Folk Festival.

It was the release of their Hip Hop and Drum and Bass tinged debut studio album Audio Cookie through Hydrofunk records in 2002 that catapulted the band onto the Australian festival and touring circuit. Performances as a headliner at the following three Woodford Folk Festivals, the Byron Bay Blues and Roots Festival, The Big Day Out and Livid ensured Afro’s reputation as being a premier festival band.

Whilst they “blew up” in Australia, their dedication to continued learning as musicians through jazz and world sensibilities brought them opportunities to attend the Kathmandu Jazz Festival for two years running and a world music festival in Dubai where they performed alongside Trilok Gurtu. An invitation by the Indian Government to perform at Indian Independence Day was accepted creating an opportunity become the first Western band to tour North East India. These years of honing their live sound through national and international touring were released on ‘Go with the ‘Fro 2000-2003’, and represent the bands sonic palate and global influences.

In 2005, Brisbane’s cult record store Butter Beats approached Afro Dizzi Act to record two instrumental tracks that would be released on a limited edition funk 45. The two tracks recorded for the release received extensive radio play throughout Australia and are available from dealers globally.

Being the first Western band to tour North East India and two tours of Nepal had far reaching effects on the band as a creative unit. The release of their second studio album ‘Walkin’ in 2007 as a sonic documentation of these tours has left a lasting impression on the Australian music Industry. The single track ‘Walkin” as sung by Jali Buba Kuyateh is about the spiritual significance of walking, and OJ Newcomb’s instrumental ‘Drop Off’ has been licensed by Ubiquity Records for the soundtrack Under the Sun.

A distribution deal with Vitamin Records in 2008 of the entire catalogue has given Afro the opportunity to solidify their work until now and concentrate on workshopping new material for their next release. Now with Jali Buba Kuyateh being granted Australian citizenship and the recent input of Tabla sensation Dheeraj Shrestha, Afro Dizzi Act has become a genuine melting pot for musical ideas of a global perspective, a message to the world that cultural differences need not be a source of conflict but a source of peace and unity.

Afro Dizzi Act has completed ruff mixes of their new album “Tobabo”. The album is due to be released in September 2009 through Vitamin Records and will feature the single “Do You Love”.

Walkin'

Walkin
Released July 2008

CDs and high quality MP3’s
available now from VITAMIN RECORDS

Welcome Speech

Welcome Speech
Released July 2008

CDs and high quality MP3’s
available now from VITAMIN RECORDS

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Afro Dizzi Act has performed at the first two Kathmandu Jazz Festivals, Jazz Mahjalis in Dubai, the Byron Bay Blues and Roots festival, the Big Day Out, Livid, and of course, our favourite festival in the world, the legendary Woodford Folk Festival for the last 6 years. Afro were also the first western band to ever tour North East India through Meghalaya, Nagaland, Assam and Mizoram. Go with the 'fro.

AFRO DIZZI ACT RELEASES : - ‘Afro Dizzi Act’ Live at the Woodford Folk Festival 1999- 2000 (2001) *

- ‘Audio Cookie’ Debut Album (2001)

- ‘Go with the ‘fro’ Vol 1. 2001-2002 Live at the Woodford Folk Festival (2003) *

- ‘Go with the ‘fro’ Vol 2. 2002-2003 Live at the Woodford Folk Festival (2004) *

- ‘Welcome Speech’ 7” Slice (2005)

- ‘Welcome Speech’ EP Limited Edition (2005)

- ‘Go with the ‘fro’ 2000-2003 Live at the Woodford Folk Festival (2006)

- ‘WALKIN’ Album 2 (2007)

(*) Limited Press and out of Stock

Independent Music downloads from www.soundfoundation.com.au

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Released! ONE DROP DRUMMING





Jun 27 2009 4:43 AM

Good news, AFRO DIZZI ACT! The study book ONE DROP DRUMMING is out now. It gives transcriptions of Carlton Barrett's original drum sheets, many exercises to study Carly's great reggae drumming and tons of Carly's original patterns recorded. For drum samples and further information go to ONE DROP DRUMMING. One Heart, Dengue Félix
King Tide [sydney]





Jun 27 2009 4:42 AM

I'm feeling exciting times coming the Dizzi lads way! T
Swingum Band





May 16 2009 1:27 AM

Thanx for your friendship.
Hope to see you from close to our country, take care.
AFRO LATIN VINTAGE ORCHESTRA





May 16 2009 1:27 AM

HI !

DOUBLE LP MAXI IS AVAILABLE !!

ORIGINAL RAW AFRO FUSION !!

TASTE THE DIFFERENCE !!
PYROS ETHER





May 1 2009 7:18 AM

Hi friends, greet music !!! Best wishes from Athens.
a FRENCH BUTLER called SMITH





May 1 2009 7:17 AM

Awesome show at the Soundlounge last night. You guys show other musos hows its done. See you at West End Carnivale!

Scotty
A French Butler called Smith
Anamaloupa ( PSAXNOYME GIA PNEYSTO )





Apr 23 2009 11:14 PM

Hi there, great music...our best wishes to you.
The Sandridge Band





Apr 11 2009 12:36 AM

Yeah cheers from Borroloola.
Sandridge BAnd, Brother flouride says your our Jakamarra {brother}
Martin Martini - Corner Hotel - Aug 14 - Funeral





Mar 5 2009 11:18 PM

we can bring the cabaret back
PAPRIKA





Feb 24 2009 1:13 PM

hey guys,
wow new Tobabo EP sounding great. Nick your lines and phrasing killing me again!!!

a quick plug for Future World Funk's Russ Jones in town this Fri night at the step inn...heavy..
Chocolate Strings





Feb 13 2009 10:13 PM

hey guys, were down your way tonight.
its gunna be a killer dub set, hope to catch ya
Mr. Maps Live Page





Feb 2 2009 12:11 PM

Hey guys,

Hope you're doing well. I came to your album launch back in 07 and had a blast.

If you're free this saturday, you should come to ours! It'll be much less funky, but equally epic.

www.roundhousetheatre.com for tickets. myspace profile for deets.

Cheers!

Chris P,

Mr. Maps
The Criterion Band





Jan 30 2009 4:59 AM

City Feigning Sleep
THE UMANO ORCHESTRA





Jan 5 2009 2:58 PM

Hello Afro Dizzi Act,

Happy New Year!

Thanks so much for the Add. Your music is very imaginative. Thanks for sharing it with all of us.

We hope you and your friends enjoy our music. It's a pleasure having you among our friends!

Onward and Upward with Music!
Thom & Lorry Gambino
New York, New York
Tamböa, instrument de percussion





Jan 7 2009 7:48 PM

TAMBOA NOUVEAU MODÈLE!
Il nous fait plaisir de vous présenter le nouveau Tamboa. Sa forme circulaire lui confère une sonorité unique et veloutée. Pour plus d'informations ou pour vous en procurer un, communiquer avec nous:
1 866 373 0284 ou info@tamboa.com
Marise et Gilles, Atelier Petite Carlifornie
SOIRÉE MUSIK MONDE





Jan 1 2009 10:51 PM

Happy New Year !
ROOTS Festival Tour





Jan 2 2009 8:42 AM

"HAPPY NEW YEAR" AFRO!!!

sending some positive vibes & good wishes to all of you for the new year.

one love!
Pampa Pavesi





Dec 19 2008 12:19 PM

hello Afro Dizzi Act
thanks to find me & welcome
enjoy listen afrojazz tunes whith AfroPercussion senegales DiamantiNeri and the great George Aghedo congas from Nigeria...
music's life life's music
groovin up & blessin'
CiAo
PaMPa
Drummers United





Dec 11 2008 6:07 PM

WE HAVE FINALLY COMPLETED FOUR ALBUMS FOR OUR FOUNDATION TO HELP THE NEW ORLEANS MUSICIANS IN NEED FEATURING LOUIE BELLSON, PRESERVATION HALL JAZZ BAND, EARL PALMER, HUBERT SUMLIN, LEVON HELM, DR. LONNIE SMITH, JIMMY COBB, CHUCK E. WEISS, JAVON JACKSON, CLEM BURKE, LARRY CAMPBELL, AIRTO MOREIRA, COUGAR & RUBEN ESTRADA, WASHBOARD CHAZ, MIKE WATT, STEVE JORDAN, DANNY 'KOOTCH' KORTCHMAR, JOHN BOUDREAUX, JAMES GADSON, TANMOY BOSE, CLIVE BUNKER, IRA COLEMAN, PETER ERSKINE, JERRY JUMONVILLE, PETE LOCKETT, SANTA DAVIS, JOHNNY VIDACOVICH, SAM CARR, BILL BRUFORD, KEITH CARLOCK, STANTON MOORE, SOUHAIL KASPAR, AFRICAN MUSICIANS, NATIVE AMERICAN TRIBES, GOSPEL CHOIRS, CLASSICAL ENSEMBLES, TAP DANCING, LATIN ENSEMBLES, MARDI GRASS INDIANS, STREET MUSICIANS, DJ RE-MIXES, ETC. . . Currently looking for the right record company to release these wonderful gems. Please, help us support thee cradle of modern music!!! Regards, Fabian Jolivet
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Oct 1 2008 10:31 AM

Nice to meet you guys...Hope to catch up next time. Let your mates know about our gig at Great Northern Hotel in Byron - Mon Oct 6. Should be mean...Suerte!
CBD dub PROJECT





Oct 1 2008 3:07 AM

Hey crew, hope to catch ya round byron sometime, haven't seen a show for a while. Cheers B
WILD MARMALADE





Sep 22 2008 9:48 PM

Direct from Boom Festival Portugal, Wild Marmalade are back in Byron Bay to launch their brand new CD "Core Duo", 7 to 10 PM Friday 26, Liquid Nightclub
Akwaaba Music





Aug 4 2008 4:20 PM

Thanks for the kind words!

Vinyl should start dropping early October.... !!!
Upskirt Shazaam





Jul 27 2008 8:32 AM

Fellas!

When, oh WHEN are you gracing our wonderful city of perth with your glorious funky sound? You do realise we may have to play together if such a thing were to occur?

Your music kicks ASS/totally slays/is generally awesome!

Keep the funk alive!
saritah





Jul 24 2008 11:42 AM

your speigeltent show was epic!! i haven't danced like that in AGES!! you took me there......blessings massive ! saritah x
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