Video for Obama
We're quite excited about what's happening around the country right now, and we felt compelled to share a bit of what we've done with and for Barack Obama. Included in our quick message is never-seen-before footage of us performing for the Senator, and him giving us a shout-out.
The fact that the entire band, with all our varied backgrounds, who have known about Obama since his work as a State Senator, unanimously support his leadership, says something about his ability to represent people from various walks of life.
We wanted to put something up on You Tube before the election to humbly give a shout-out back to our Senator who has continued to inspire us.
Please take a moment to watch it. We'd also love it if you could forward this to all your friends, family, and colleagues. We hope that this simple video may inspire a few more folks.
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You can buy the new record, Yo Baba, directly from us. Also available: t-shirts, hats and the classic It's About Time and Uncut Roots discs.
Funkadesi named "Best World Music Group" by the Chicago Reader's 2008 Readers' Choice Awards
Thanks to the fans who voted - we just got the news today! Your continued support keeps us going!
Twice named "Most Outstanding Band" by the Chicago Music Awards
"This ideal party band ... also bears messages of togetherness ... The rhythms of Indian Ragas and reggae have striking similarities, while the Latin, African and contemporary funk that's spicing this one-sound, many-voices stew fits the all-world melange to a tee. Whatever your background, there's music here for you." -Geoff Chapman, Toronto Star
The 5-Time Winner of The Chicago Music Awards, FUNKADESI is capturing the attention of the U.S. and the rest of the globe. Funkadesi has been hailed by Time Magazine, and even caught the attention of U.S. Senator Barack Obama, who notes: "Funkadesi really knows how to get a crowd going. I can't say enough how energizing this band is. There's a lot of funk in that desi!"
Funkadesi proudly hails from Chicago, representing the diverse multi-ethnic communities within the city. What distinguishes Funkadesi as a group is each band member’s unique and uncompromised cultural/musical contribution merging to create one unifying sound and vision. With their not-to-be-missed live shows and visible racial and musical diversity, the band is ideally suited for festivals, nightclubs, world music concerts, weddings and commitment ceremonies, corporate events, as well children’s programs. Funkadesi’s one-world sound, roots-watering vision, and positive vibe make the band a unique and compelling musical force.
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UPCOMING SHOWS:
6.5.09
Navy Pier Beer Garden
8-11pm
www.navypierbeergarden.com
6.6.09
PRIVATE
6.13.09
PRIVATE
6.14.09
Andersonville Midsommarfest
8pm
www.starevents.com
6.21.09
PRIVATE
6.28.09 (morning)
10th Anniversary Race Against Hate
7:45am 10K race starts
9:15am Funkadesi performs
Ricky Byrdsong Memorial Race Against Hate
6.28.09 (evening)
PRIVATE
7.9.09
Funkadesi returns to SummerDance!
6pm Bhangra instruction w/Shamila Khetarpal
7:30-9:30pm Funkadesi performs FREE!!!
Chicago SummerDance
7.18.09
Schaumburg Summer Breeze Concert Series
7pm
www.ci.schaumburg.il.us
7.19.09
Sheffield Garden Walk
(opening for Poi Dog Pondering!)
6pm
www.sheffieldfestivals.org
8.6.09
American Psychological Association
National Conference
Opening Ceremonies
Toronto
4:30pm
www.apa.org
8.6.09
Lula Lounge
Toronto
www.lulalounge.ca
BUY CDs & other merch!
You can buy the new record, Yo Baba, directly from us. Also available: t-shirts, hats and the classic It's About Time and Uncut Roots discs.
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