A band that can fill the stage with upwards of 10 people, Umoja is a mix of jazz, Latin, afro-beat, and funk; this, even, is too confining. And with an array of styles, people of all castes and colors flock together as one in a sea of positivity.’Umoja means Unity,’ as the band always assures their fans. When I first met with Umoja it was in a very intimate setting, the band members layered across a living room couch. As I listened to them talk, I realized the band was righteous and honest. Saturday night, to kick off the completion of the first Umoja album, they played a CD release show. I was blown away. No longer did I hear what they had told me, I felt it; I was moved by it. Every person in the sold out show, and even those listening from the streets, shared my same view.
Umoja. Unity. Oneness. Call the power of love what you wish, but call Umoja a band with a gift.
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***NOTICE TO TAPERS -- Unless otherwise noted, Umoja Orchestra is VERY MUCH in favor of having our shows taped (audio or video) and uploaded to the web for sharing and free distribution (all we ask is that you send us a copy, we'd love to have it).***
New episode of D-Cubed has been released!! Here's the first part of this epic tale just in time for the fourth of July!! Part 2 is now available in our blog and on youtube!!!
Part 1: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MJLxa_bBUmg
hey you silly guys! haha. i know its been a while, but i forgot to tell you, i had a blast in gainsville! i have some pics posted up in my "gainsville" album, if youd like to steal some of them. none are super great though. haha. but i cant wait untill the next time i get the pleasure to be in your presence again!
Hello my New CD "Breaking Skin/Rompiendo el Cuero" is now available at http://cdbaby.com/cd/congajohnny and at Descarga.com(see review)..Thank you all in advance for purchasing my music!..Volcano Percussion Artist-"JC" JOHNNY CONGA
The message is in the music...... Come...Visit www.aroundotown.com ....watch the best weekly Reggae Video Show. AroundOtown: Its a Worldwide Reggae Vibe! Jah Bless and One Love.
Funkatron is going to be funkin up Market Street Pub on Saturday, May 2nd. We want you to come get funkyfied with us. Hope to see ya on the dancefloor. Peace, funkatron
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I love it! You've got all the necessary ingredients for a following of dancers and music admirers. The vocals are really well done! You've produced a nice mix of the traditional Afro-Cuban nasal sound with the "prettier" Western sound. Overall a nice blend of styles and I hear in the music how much you guys like each other. That's important!
A band that can fill the stage with upwards of 10 people, Umoja is a mix of jazz, Latin, afro-beat, and funk; this, even, is too confining. And with an array of styles, people of all castes and colors flock together as one in a sea of positivity.’Umoja means Unity,’ as the band always assures their fans. When I first met with Umoja it was in a very intimate setting, the band members layered across a living room couch. As I listened to them talk, I realized the band was righteous and honest. Saturday night, to kick off the completion of the first Umoja album, they played a CD release show. I was blown away. No longer did I hear what they had told me, I felt it; I was moved by it. Every person in the sold out show, and even those listening from the streets, shared my same view.
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