Ahaguna G. Sun is a commanding percussionist, vocalist, songwriter, arranger and producer who continues to leave his mark in the R&B world. Spending his youth singing in his father’s Baptist church in his home town of Pulaski, Tennessee gave Ahaguna a little taste of what would come of his life. As he felt driven to explore music further, his appetite for the drums grew. So, after graduating from high school, Ahaguna moved to Los Angeles, where his real journey began. As a young man in Los Angeles, he taught himself to play the drums by listening to the radio and other drummers. Playing the drums became Ahaguna’s main professional focus, but he also established himself as a soulful singer/songwriter. Working with Lou Rawls was Ahaguna’s first foray into the big time, but it was going on tour with Frankie Beverly and Maze, and the legendary Teddy Pendergrass that truly placed Ahaguna on the musical map. Ahaguna’s roots are definitely steeped in the fantastic funk and soul sound of the 70’s. Ahaguna found his talents not only expanding , but in high demand as well hitting the road with the Soul Train Gang, The Lotters, and the Whispers to name but a few. Throughout his professional career Ahaguna has toured the world, including London, Paris and Vienna, playing with some of the most legendary artists of our time. Most recently, Ahaguna was called upon to perform in North Korea for a peace and unification concert sponsored by the Hyandai Corp., which was also covered live by CNN. Ahaguna’s latest adventure is Big Advice a collection of youth and experience that is creating the new sound of R&B, inspired by the potential a relationship of musical veterans with today’s up and comers could create led Ahaguna to this collaborative effort. Ahaguna’s list of credits include: Two gold albums with Frankie Beverly and Maze, four extensive world tours with Island recording artist The Looters, Teddy Pendergrass, Lou Rawls, Bo Diddley, Hank Ballard and The Midnighters, Charles Wright and the Watts 103rd Street Rhythm Band, Roger Smith, Carrie Lucas, Tanya Scarlett, The Whispers, Sun Bear, (Recording artist with Soul Train Records) Farm Aid with Willie Nelson and Friends, President Clintons first Inaugural Ball and numerous fund raisers. His rhythmic and melodic approach to music is laced with passion, as is evident with every project he is affiliated with. He is learned but is in a perpetual state of learning which places him in a high regard as a musicians musician. Not only is Ahaguna G. Sun still making great music, he is making history as well.
Check out the quote on our myspace page. Why is it that whenever you call, no matter what the situation is that I'm in, good or bad, peaceful or stressed, your words and your kindness just lift me up to another realm? You are one amazing individual. We love you all very much! Good luck in Monterey. I wish I could be there, but I’m doing the Motherload fair in Sonora this week. Enjoy the day.
"While it's easy to assume that everybody else knows what they're doing, that everybody else is a real adult, the truth is that there is no magical line to be crossed into adulthood. We may never shed our youthful confusion, and because of that we keep on learning." -Kahlil Gibran
Yea, fans wanna know, when youse hittin' it agin! :) It's all good. I think I'm gonna get a chance to see you soon. So stay prosperous, healthy, and wealthy(I may need to borrow a couple bucks). And what ever you do, don't forget to say Hi to Tanya!
Hey, Friend. Just a little note saying "Hi". Hope all is well. I'm going to Bakersfield in the morning. I have to use a, what are they called again--alarm clock. Me and 4am alarms just don't mix. Hope all is well. Peace to you and yours.
Hello, friend. You and your family have been in my thoughts. I sent a copy of A New Earth to the guy who wrote the book I sent you. It is an amazing book, so thank you. Give our love to your family.
You guys are the kind of people who make it possible for people to still believe in music. YOU'RE AMAZING!!! I feel so honored to have worked with such great musicians. I love you guys!! Take care and much love.
Hello, my great friend! How are you and family? My brother and I just got back from Arizona. Crazy week for me. That book was a great accompaniment. Thank you for the wisdom. Peace, Love and Calmness to you and yours.
Hey, friend. How did the weather treat you? We had a few trees get beat up and one of them split in half. Was crazy!!! I'm getting into the book you sent. I'm enjoying what he has to say. Peace to you and yours.
I really want you guys to play a gig soon!! Let me know. Shannon The Chicago girl living in a sad music scene here in North County S.D. Thanks. Much Love.
Hi Big Advice Thanks for the add and friendship, plesed to meet you, i like so much your music! cool tunes....fresh sounds! it's very good Keep in touch Greetings from Barcelona cheers
- 19 jan @ "L'Oreille Cassée" (Combs La Ville, 77)
- 20 jan @ "L'Usine à Chapeaux" (Rambouillet, 78)
and during the "Diot tour":
- 28 jan @ "Le Brésilien" (Les Deux Alpes, 38)
- 29 & 30 jan @ "Le Pub" (La Rosière, 73)
- 1 feb @ "Le matin bleu" (Annecy, 74)
- 3 feb @ "Bar de l'hôtel de ville" (Ugine, 73)
