Quilombolas

Bio:

“Quilombolas are descendants of slaves who escaped their slave plantations in Brazil. True to the spirit of their name, the Minneapolis band Quilombolas have a sense of defiance, and also a sense of freedom. The band’s style is passionate, satirical, and very entertaining. Blending Brazilian rhythms, hip-hop, Israeli melodies, and funk, Quilombolas create a unique sound with smart lyrics and a danceable beat." -Sheila Regan, TC Daily Planet

"These guys are serious to the bone with cold-blooded chops. Their groove has a Band of Gypsys feel-–sharp, elemental funk with wizened, coat-pulling lyrics." -Dwight Hobbes, The Pulse

"The local quartet Quilombolas also draws inspiration from diverse sources...with a particular nod to the late Chico Science's Pernambucan mangue beat." -Rick Mason, City Pages

"The auditory equivalent of a really tasty fusion restaurant..." -Rob van Alstyne, Metromix

Rockin' multilingual and multicultural grooves for the conscious; diverse music for a diverse world.

Member Since:

December 26, 2004

Members:

Eric S.B. (vocals, bass, percussion), Matt Levitt (guitars, keys, vocals), Luis Pereira (percussion), Umar Malik (drums), Lew Hill (keyboards) w/ Dan Reddan (percussion/guitar). Booking: quilombolas@gmail.com

Influences:

Chico Science & Nacao Zumbi, Ozomatli, Fishbone, 311, Macaco, Michael Franti, Rage Against the Machine, Living Colour, Mano Negra/Manu Chao, Antibalas, Sintesis, O Rappa, Zap Mama, Santana, The Police, Phish, Hadag Nachash, Bob Dylan, Bob Marley, Fela, Public Enemy.

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Sounds Like:

Borders disappearing, unity leading the struggle.

Record Label:

Tru Ruts / Speak Easy Recordings

Label Type:

Indie