Kabaka Pyramid ~ Spawnbreezie
Bayonics ~ Jah Warrior Shelter Hi Fi
The UC Theatre in Berkeley
Saturday, March 21
Doors: 7pm / Show: 8pm
All Ages
$32.50 - click here to order tix
$250 VIP Packages also available!
KABAKA PYRAMID
Hailing from Kingston, the award-winning Jamaican artist Kabaka Pyramid uses his liquid and hypnotizing delivery to spread positive messages of spiritual evolution
that forces you to listen.
He has developed a solid global fan-base that connects deeply with the messages in his music, touring extensively over the past five years to the largest of Reggae stages around the world. Aided by his excellent Bebble Rockers band, he has brought his message to North America, Europe, Central America and the Caribbean hitting stages such as Reggae on the River (US), Rebel Salute (JA), Sierra Nevada World Music Festival (US), Rototom Sunsplash (Spain), Musa (Portugal), SummerJam (Germany), Reggae Sumfest (JA), Reggae Sundance (NE), Reggae Sun Ska Festival (FRA), South by South West (US), BoomTown (UK) as well as headlining multiple 20+ multi-city club tours; Kabaka is well known for delivering an electrifying and entertaining live performance. He concluded the 30 show,
United States “Stony Hill” tour with
Damian Jr. Gong Marley to rave reviews.
Following the global success of his impactful hit single "Well Done" in 2015; Kabaka released his "Accurate" mixtape presented by music superpower Major Lazer and Walshy Fire to tremendous reception with the mixtape proving to be an instant classic amongst reggae/hiphop fans. In 2017 he topped the Global Reggae Charts with the anthem “Can’t Breathe” the first single off his soon to be released debut full length album “Contraband”. The project is being executive produced by Damian “Jr Gong” Marley and is a joint release with Bebble Rock Music and Ghetto Youths International.
"Kabaka" is Ugandan for "King" and the long-lasting survival of the Pyramids of ancient Africa represent his desire for longevity in the music and deep connection to Kemetic roots, leaving messages for generations to come. With a mission to steer future generations towards harmony and unity, Kabaka Pyramid is primed and focused on bringing a righteous and conscious way of thinking to the masses through
Reggae Music.
SPAWNBREEZIE
As a young boy, Spawnbreezie grew up listening to his father make music. Music was just as much an influence as his father was. So much in fact that helearned to play drums and piano before entering grade school. Curious and excited about his life’s involvement with music, at 16 years of age he learned to play the guitar and eventually acquired skills of a bassist. He then realized that at a young age, music was not only a talent but a passion that now became his life. At 17, he dropped out of high school and made a commitment to his love and talent to pursue a career of music.
With the combinations of island music, roots reggae, R&B, and hip hop, Spawnbreezie has crafted a new kind of sound. Combining the percussions of hip hop, the skank of reggae and the vocals of the Island music, he calls it,
"Island Hip Hop."
BAYONICS
For the past two decades Bayonics has mixed Reggae and Latin music to create a style as unique as the city they call home (from Mission District, SF). Freely melding genres, they carry on the tradition of legendary Bay Area groups such as Santana and Sly & The Family Stone — groups that sought to transcend genre with music that moves people both literally and figuratively.
Bayonics is led by lead singer Jairo Vargas, whose vocals bounce from guttural grit to smooth and sweet. Being legally blind, Jairo has faced challenges in life but is resolutely undeterred by any physical limitations. He has channeled his life experience into music, delivering live performances with
a spirit and soul that transfixes fans.
JAH WARRIOR SHELTER HI-FI SOUND SYSTEM
Jah Warrior Shelter High Fidelity is an award-winning sound system based in California’s Bay Area winning
9 Sound Clash titles.
The UC Theatre Taube Family Music Hall
2036 University Avenue downtown Berkeley, CA.
The venue is in downtown Berkeley and is easily accessible by all modes of transportation including BART, bus,
bicycle, and automobile.
Parking is available at the Center Street Garage
- Golden Bear Parking Lot
For more info visit
510-356-4000
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