Grammy Nominated international recording artists Les Nubians have intrigued audiences for almost a decade with their inventive and glamorous Afropeanstyle. This distinctive sound embodies the timeless vibrations of Miriam Makeba, Ella Fitzgerald, Doudou N'diaye Rose, Fela Kuti, Edith Piaf, The Fugees, and Soul II Soul.
Recognized for their colorful auras, Les Nubians' vogue is a fusion of Funkin' Fashion and Modern Amazon. Adoring fans pay tribute to the French/Cameroonian sister duo for their continuous flow of jazzy nuances, hard hitting drum ‘n' bass lines, harmonious melodies, conscious proclamations and humanitarian endeavors.
Their hit single “Makeda” propelled the 1999 U.S. debut album to the top of the charts making 'Princesses Nubiennes' the most successful French-language album in decades!
Part of the acclaimed Red Hot & Riot Collective, Les Nubians blaze the mic with Yerba Buena, Dead Prez, Keziah Jones, John Medeski, Me'Shell Ndegéocello, Baaba Maal, Manu Dibango, Blackalicious, Tony Allen, Cheikh Lô, and Amadou & Mariam paying tribute to Africa. They have also shared the stage with Lupe Fiasco, Jill Scott, Marcus Miller, James Brown, Zap Mama, Chaka Khan, Miss Dynamite, et al...
With two Soul Train Lady of Soul Awards nominations, Les Nubians were honored with the award for Best New Artist, Group or Duo in 1999. These dynamic entrepreneurs have also been nominated for two NAACP Image Awards.
Echos: Nubian Voyager is the first executive production for Hélène and Célia Faussart. "Everywhere we go, we look for music that speaks of Culture: people, history, stories. Our journeys have given us an opportunity to cross paths with many beautiful souls...”
COLLABORATIONS:
Henri Salvador > Que Le Mot soit Perle > Unisida « Sénégal » Talib Kweli & Hi-Tek > Love Language: Trains of Thought > Reflection Eternal Kelis with The Neptunes > Supa Love > Guru’s Jazzmatazz III The Roots > Tabou [Roots Remix] > Princesses Nubiennes Morgan Heritage > Brothers & Sisters > One Step Forward John Banzaï > Rendez-vous > Echos Towa Tei > Funkin’ For Jamaica > Last Century Modern Black Eyed Peas > Complete Be Loved > Love & Basketball OST
Les Nubians continue their journey, igniting the stage with their vibrant presence… AND at last will appease our restless ears with the release of their third album in the first quarter of 2010!!!
Within this infinite universe, in a tiny corner of space and time, on a planet where life is a series of possibilities... a fine mademoiselle is plotting her next move.
"...there is no perfect tuning for the piano. Variance is part of nature. If everything were numerically and geometrically exact, reality would be crysatlized in time..."
Hey love just wanted to know how things are ging with you and the sisters... You guys are definitely missed... Hope the tour is going well.. Give us a ring when your back in NY
Hey love!!!! K and i were just talking about coming over and kicking back with u guys!! When r u back??? Make sure u have fun for me!! And tell the sisters i say hi and that they're missed!!
Thanks for the friend request and for joining the STONE MECCA movement of music. Make sure you sign the mailing list and pick up a copy of our debut album FIRST CONTACT at www. stonemecca. com Remember be you in all that you do.
