JAJA MATSIMELA

Male

Philadelphia, Pa.

United States

Profile Information:

What instrument do you play?: percussion, horns, piano ,drums and bass
Who influenced you to listen to jazz: Family
How did you find out about the WDCJN?: e-mail add
My Website: http://www.jajamatsimela.com
Where are you located?: Philadelphia, Pa.
Tell us about yourself: JAJA MATSIMELA (pronounced jah jah maat may see lah-meaning Honored Roots). JAJA as they are affectionately called by their fans, are one of the most innovative bands to appear on the music scene. They consistently bring you the best in timeless elements of Latin Jazz / World music. Uniquely blended to produce a fiery and soulful experience. One can very easily fall under the spell of these urban and traditional rhythms and melodies. JAJAMUSIC is a synchronization of, Latin Jazz, Jazz, Blues, Reggae Blues, African Cuban, R & B, Rock, Spoken Word, Chants and Moans. JAJA's lineup features Kwasi - congas and percussion, Big Bill Williams-sax and flute, Laurent lb Bass- sax and harmonica, Harry Rosario-bass, Jeff Johnson - drums, Isaac Castor - piano and keyboards. Under the theme of Music For The Body, Mind, And Feet, along with a host of guests musicians JAJA's new CD blues sauce delivers on the theme. JUST FEEL IT!