(Roots
Of Kush Band - Michael Gumbi, Mpilo Maphumulo,
Nompumelelo Maphumulo, Simphiwe
Dlamini)
Celebrate a unique reggae revolution at
uShaka Marine World’s restaurant, Wahooz on the Promenade on April 6, 2019.
Although reggae originated in Jamaica in
the late 1960s, it also has its musical roots in New Orleans R&B and beyond.
It relies on skittering guitar and syncopated rhythms and is probably most
associated with Rasta legend Bob Marley and pop band UB40.
However, it’s laidback vibe has been
interpreted and reinterpreted over the decades. That makes it the very best
musical genre to relax to on a hot summer day on the Golden Mile with an ice
cold beverage or a cocktail in hand.
The local musos who have made reggae their
own and who’ll be jamming at the 2019 Rasta Rave include; Tuff Masters Family
Band, The Meditators Reggae Band, Holy Fire Band, R@w, Luwe da Lion, Trinity,
Roots of Kush, HottWaxx Family Selektors and more.
Catch The Meditators, regulars at this
popular uShaka Marine World promenade venue, which is a six piece reggae band
based in Durban. Founded by band leader and lead guitarist and vocalist, Shante
Bekwa, in 1991, the group also includes Dan Msomi on rhythm guitar and vocals,
Bunny Nathi Mkhize on drums, Sfiso Mpanza on keyboard and backing vocals,
Barret Hlela on bass guitar and Alberto Chemane on percussion.
Roots of Kush is a Durban based
contemporary reggae band featuring lead female bassist and lead vocalist Mpume
while the unique Luwe da Lion is also a home-grown reggae talent.
Trinity – aka Sebelo Clarence Langa - who
hails from Hammarsdale, was fed a staple diet of reggae music by his father.
This contributed to his distinctive blend of roots reggae with a touch of hip
hop and dancehall.
The event takes place on April 6 from 10h00
to 20h00. There are a limited number of tickets available at just R60 per
person and can be bought at Computicket. So book now and celebrate Wahooz Rasta
style.
For enquiries, contact uShaka Marine World
on 031 328 8000 during office hours!
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