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BANGSAMBRA

TONYNHO DOS SANTOS grew up in Simao Dias-Se in Brazil and after fifteen years in Germany touring with various bands, he came to Ireland and now living in Cork.

Tonynho studied trumpet at the University of Salvador da Bahía where he developed his own unique style. His solos can be as soft and moody as Chet Baker or as aggressive and improvisational as his idol Miles Davis. His appreciation of Miles Davis becomes obvious in his exceptional improvisation skills.

Multi talented and charismatic Tonynho is great example of the rich musical culture that originates in Brazil. He also plays guitar, percussion, steel drums and sings.

RAJ PADAM is originally from Punjab in India and has been living in Ireland for over 25 years. He works with traditional ethnic percussion including Indian Tabla, Middle Eastern Darabuka drum and African drums, bringing together a fusion of global influences. He also teaches African drumming in schools and communities in Cork city and county.

Bangsambra make positive music with real heart. Combining the joyous expression of Brazilian Tonynho dos Santos with the depth and versatility of percussionist Raj Padam from India, this is music that can’t help but get listeners’ hips gyrating and souls singing.

Tonynho’s joyous vocal improvisations put you in the company of some ecstatic prophet speaking in tongues of a sexy, peaceful planet. In a Sound World filled with looped guitar grooves and intricate rhythms, when the colour of Tonynho’s trumpet spills across the room in his own special mischief and exuberance it’s time to leave the humdrum world behind.

Raj with the Middle-Eastern Darabuka under grinding funk, liberated Salsa meeting Hi-life with African Djembe, Punjabi Tabla over sweet Latin folk and ballads, these two natural musicians brilliantly mix traditions and techniques with musicianship, respect and sheer love of life.

Nickibopp
Music Reviewer (www.corklivemusic.blogspot.com)


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