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THANK YOU FOR CELEBRATING 15 YEARS WITH US!

We LOVED doing both shows -- the night was mustt-filled magic thru and thru!

We truly appreciate all fans/friends/family for continued support!

Next show -- Fitzgerald's, Friday, Jan. 13th! Click the link on the right for tix/info!

Also, LIKE US ON FACEBOOK -- many updates there. Just click Facebook icon above!

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.

Funkadesi named "Best World Music Group" by the Chicago Reader's 2008 Readers' Choice Awards

Thanks to the fans who voted - your continued support keeps us going! We wish the Reader continued this category!

Funkadesi

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.

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:


Friday, April 27th
Private Event (Chicago)

Sat, April 28th FUNKY PROM!!!!
Global Alliance Africa fundraiser
GREAT event, GREAT cause!!!
support GAA's Therapeutic Arts program!
Proceeds benefit orphans and
children affected by HIV/AIDS
7pm-midnite, 2nd Unitarian Church
656 W. Barry (just east of Clark/Halsted)
food, music, drink, and great fun!!!
$45 (only $25 for students!)
BUY TIX NOW!


Sun, May 6
CHILDREN'S CONCERT AT MARTYRS! details TBA (afternoon event
BUY TIX NOW!


Fri, June 8th, Delton, MI
Buttermilk Jamboree!!!
GREAT Michigan festival!!!
DETAILS!


 

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.