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WAZUMBIANS + SHOKAZOBA

  • EarthSkyTime 1547 Main Street Manchester Center, VT, 05255 United States (map)

The Wazumbians are a global groove band known for blending Afrobeat, funk, reggae, and world music into a powerful, dance-driven sound. Led by Ghanaian vocalist and percussionist Wazumbi, the group channels West African rhythmic traditions while weaving in modern, psychedelic textures and deep-pocket grooves.

Their live shows are celebratory and immersive, built around layered percussion, tight horn lines, and call-and-response vocals that invite audience participation. The result is a vibrant, cross-cultural party atmosphere—where ancient rhythms meet contemporary jam-band energy, and every performance feels like a communal celebration of rhythm and movement.

Shokazoba Funkestra is a Western Mass-based afrobeat collective. Built around tight rhythm section grooves, blazing horns, and layered percussion, the group delivers a sound that’s both complex and undeniably danceable.

Fronted by veteran musicians with deep roots in funk and world music traditions, Shokazoba Funkestra thrives in live settings where extended jams, spontaneous solos, and crowd-driven energy take center stage. Their performances feel like a nonstop groove experiment—equal parts precision and chaos—turning every show into a full-body celebration of rhythm.

Earlier Event: August 2
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Later Event: August 23
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