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.
Funkadesi's much awaited new album ...
Yo Baba, won't be available for puchase until Friday, May 9 at our CD Release Party. It will be EXCLUSIVELY available on our website until August 19th, when it hits stores and digital distribution sites.
BUT advance clips of Yo Baba are exclusively available on our myspace page, www.myspace.com/funkadesimusic.
Calling all Funkadesi fans!
We are looking for street teams in various cities to help with postering, outreach, etc. -- please email us, indicating what skills you have and how you might be able to assist!
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UPCOMING SHOWS:
FOX NEWS in the Morning!
Friday, May 9 (in Chicago)
Funkadesi will play tracks from the new CD and also perform a song live at 8:50 am.
CHICAGO CD Release Party!
Friday, May 9 at Park West
322 W. Armitage
Tickets $20 ($15 for students)
18+ show
7pm doors/8pm music
with Special Guests: OCCIDENTAL BROTHERS (African/Fusion Dance Band); plus DJ REDLOX (Reggae/Indian/Arabic/World) and Special Feature Appearance by Pavithra; PLUS confirmed guest artists: members of Arabesque Belly Dance Troupe, Minianka (West African Dance Troupe), Shamila Khetarpal (Bhangra Dance), Stone from Ulele, Jasper Stone, Renee Ruffin, Greg Ward, Chris Davis, Jah Scoob, Elena Rubin, Johnse Holt
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Box office: 773.929.1322
www.ticketmaster.com
312.559.1212
LOS ANGELES DEBUT!
Friday, May 30th at Club Derby
4500 Los Feliz Blvd, Hollywood
Tickets $15 ($10 with flyer or voucher)
18+ show
7:45pm doors/8pm music
(Funkadesi performs at midnight on the main stage)
with Special Guests: RHYTHM AND THE METHOD; plus THE LUKE ANDREWS ACCIDENT; and other guests TBA
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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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