TOUBAB KREWE: Toubab Krewe

Toubab Krewe

Toubab Krewe

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Blending Malian, American, and "Dirty South" influences into a sound all its own, Toubab Krewe "has set a new standard for fusions of rock 'n' roll and West African music," says Afropop Worldwide.

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Blending Malian, American and "Dirty South" influences into a sound all its own, Toubab Krewe "has set a new standard for fusions of rock 'n' roll and West African music," says Banning Eyre at Afropop Worldwide.

Members of the group developed their unique sound over the course of numerous extended trips to West Africa, where they immersed themselves in the local culture and studied and performed with musicians such as Lamine Soumano, Vieux Kante, Madou Dembele and Koungbanan Conde.

The magnetic instrumental quintet formed in early 2005 and has attracted a diverse and devoted national following, captivating crowds everywhere from the Bonnaroo and High Sierra music festivals to the Blue Note and the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts. Their energetic performances and acclaimed self-titled debut have won them praise from the New York Times, Global Rhythm, Afropop Worldwide and more.

What Others Say About this Phenomenal Record:

Village Voice -- Bosler:

"...man oh man, can these Asheville, North Carolinians play—not just the six-string, but the kora and ngoni too. Their superb self-titled debut melds said Malian styles with American rock and Latin rhythms."

Seven Days -- Casey Rea:

"Toubab Krewe are where Ali Farka Toure and Led Zeppelin meet."

NPR's "World Cafe" -- David Dye:

"Toubab Krewe's sound combines traditional West African rhythms and instruments with classic Southern rock, hip-hop, reggae, country and Latin sounds for a unique listening experience. By not confining itself to one genre, Toubab Krewe has the potential to bring its worldly and unpredictable music to a mainstream audience."

fRoots Magazine (London)-- Ian Anderson: 

"...ladies and gentlemen, possibly the world's first Wassoulou surf guitar on record. The groove they lay down is phenomenal...'"

World Music Central -- Tom Orr:

"Crinkly guitar riffs, freewheeling acoustic and electric solos, chattering percussion and an edgy blend of of authenticity and unpredictability grace tunes both blazing and cool... Alternately hard as diamonds and smooth as silk, this excellent release is one of the best of the year."

The Boston Herald -- Christopher Blagg:

"...expertly meshed surf guitar with Malian rhythmic patterns, a Dick Dale moves-to-Timbuktu experiment in Afro-California fusion."

TOUBAB KREWE is:

Teal Brown: Drumset
Drew Heller: Electric Guitar, Soku
Justin Perkins: Kamel Ngoni, Kora, and Electric Guitar
David Pransky: Electric Bass
Luke Quaranta: Percussion

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  • author: joan Barker

    cd is right on. hope to see these guys live, heard they're awesome.

  • Goodness
    author: Angelica

    This cd is something you can listen to at all times. It has such a good vibe to it that you'll have to share the sounds with others. Def. an album you'll think about and want to listen to.

  • Toubab Krewe
    author: starrfishgirl

    This is a great album of finely crafted music. It's been on heavy rotation since I got it. Irresistable.

  • sweet grooves
    author: Claudia

    totally righteous album! i've been telling people about this band ever since i got the cd.

  • Excellent band, excellent service.
    author: Sahar

    I saw this band at High Sierra and was able to track down their CD at CD Baby. They are amazing and the service was excellent

  • A breath of fresh air!
    author: John Costello

    Listening to this CD for the first time was like inhaling a breath of fresh air! I was with friends sitting around a night-time campfire in a cool, misting rain. The music took me to wonderful, tropical places.

  • GREAT SERVICE, GREAT MUSIC!
    author: lINDA

    GOOD MUSIC, MISSED THEM IN PETALUMA, SORRY I DID, NUMBER 5 IS ESPECIALLY ROCKIN, LOTS OF MUSICAL FLAVORS, BLENDS TOGETHER WONDERFULLY!

  • Funky and original
    author: courtneyn4

    I saw these guys live at Merlefest and was hesitant to buy the CD for fear that it would be hard to capture that live feel on CD. I am so glad to say that I was wrong because they did just that. This CD is a great blend of tunes that make me want to dance and keep a smile on my face. I am proud to add this to my CD repertoire.

  • funk off the beaten path
    author: Ian

    I saw these guys open up for Soundtribe Sector 9 in Chicago and they were incredible. Good to hear that they're equally tight in the studio.

  • Upbeat, fluid, intense
    author: Laura

    This CD contains a variety of different moods and sounds that are absolutley amazing, definatly one to keep in your cd changer!

  • Love Groove!
    author: Amy

    A fantastically layered blend of groove and global soul! LOVE IT!

  • Grooving rythym interlaced with intricate West African strings
    author: sullidrum

    The fusion of traditional west traditional West African Kora, Ngoni, and rhythms with modern elements adds depth to this album. I thoroughly enjoyed every track. Highly recommended no matter what your taste.

  • author: Austin

    This cd is absolutely amazing..Everytime i listen to this CD it just gets sooo much better, cant wait to see them live in their hometown on 4/20

  • so good I bought it twice
    author: Mark Domanico

    I tried downloading it...It took my money bought was a corrupt download....I had to buy it again on CD. Great grooves!

  • Makes me want to dance!
    author: CG

    This cd is so much fun, I can't stop playing it (and I can't sit still while I AM playing it)! I can't wait to see them live!

  • author: ~crystal gayle~

    I love this CD. Words cannot describe the way I feel when I listen to it. I cannot wait to hear them live.

  • great sound, these boys know how to tear it up
    author: Sara

    TK is genious and this cd gets every limb on your body moving in ways you never thought was possible. MAD respect for this group of young men

  • wakes you up and keeps you going
    author: dawn

    this cd is wonderful! i cant stop playing it. it is worth every penny and more. the music is such a great blend of cultures and styles!

  • A must see Band

    Saw them live in Asheville, what a show . got CD, even better. a must have Cd

  • Best CD I've bought in years
    author: Jen

    This CD is great...I caught Toubab at Bonnaroo this year. This CD has me dancing every time. Track 9: Hang Tan is the best!

  • ROCK!
    author: T-$

    This album, like the artists, is truely dynamic. If you want to hear some inspirational and inspired work, get Toubab Krewe NOW! If you don't, your life will be significantly less happy.

  • awesome!
    author: sam

    I saw this group perform at Northeast Kingdom Music Festival and they were by far my favorite group there. This CD is wonderful and they are even better live!

  • Toubab Krewe will make you dance and never think twice about it
    author: Jeremy

    This Cd was one that i had heard about from relix magazine. I decided to try it out and was not disappointed it really made me dance and i love the african influence.

  • Awesome fusion CD!
    author: Rob Ross

    What a great CD, with every song as good as the last! Not only is it an excellent example of instrumental West African music, but to be blended with blues, rock, and American roots...you must buy and listen over and over!

  • SO FUN CD!!
    author: Paige Miller

    I saw them at Bonnarro this year and I have been hooked ever since!!! I can't wait to see them on the road!

  • Can't stop listening to it!
    author: LisaBATT

    Recommended by a friend who saw them at OCF. I can't stop playing it! Wow! I'm going to bug these guys until they come to play in my town at River Rhthyms! Thanks CD Baby!!

  • fantabulous
    author: Jim V

    My wife and I are both traditional West African and Afro-Cuban drummers. With that in mind...These guys ROCK!! Beautiful blending of styles of music. The variety on the CD makes it easy to listen to over, and over, and ....you get the idea. Great road tripping music or just layin' back sippin' a mohito or two. Buy it!! Buy it NOW!!! No regrets to be had....

  • author: Amanda Stotler

    I did not hear the CD yet But I got to see you a the oregon country fair on the 8th I loved it. Thank you for a wonderful concert that made the fair for every one who saw you peace love Amanda!!!

  • Makes my soul sing
    author: Michael Ksenyak

    This CD is amazingly deep. The acoustic funk mixed with the earthy beat makes my soul dance and sing as each song progresses toward aural bliss. This CD has made me a fan for sure, and since I received it, in mint condition and carefully packaged, it literally hasn't left my CD player. I'm going on two weeks now.

  • really great CD with lots of funky percussion and interesting jams!
    author: susanne

    this was a gift for my husband and he loved it as did his friend, john. i heard this group on the radio and had to find out more about this group and then listened to more on their website from which i ordered the CD. overall great stuff.

  • Great CD
    author: Marie

    This is by far the BEST CD I have bought in the last 2 years !

  • AWESOME
    author: eryn mkoi

    Each track is unique and inspiring. DYNAMIC!

  • A gift for my husband - He loved you guys at LEAFest in NC!
    author: April Blackmon

    Great music. Very talented and original guys! The range of instruments is wonderful and the sound is fantastic. Thanks for being creative and for giving my husband something new and interesting - he loved you guys at LEAFest in Black Mountain, NC! Awesome sound live! :-)

  • Funk meets Jazz meets Afro bop on the dancefloor.
    author: counterzoom

    Rhythmic, complex, layered, and totally infectuous beats will wake you up. I'd give it a "5" but they're even better live.

  • Pretty good players
    author: Alex Bales

    Some great musicians. This showcases Toubab Krewe's talent nicely. I like........although it's not one that will last in my favorites list.

  • West Asheville Fadeaway
    author: Deeznutz

    This disc rocks! I felt like I knew every song by heart the first time I heard them. The live performances of these tunes will blow your mind. Buy the disc & catch Toubab Krewe live. Tell your friends that the rap group 2 Live Crew did not reunite. This is Asheville's mightiest band!Irie!

  • Wonderful!
    author: Le Ann

    As usual, I receieved this cd in perfect condition. I absolutely love working with CD Baby when it comes to buying my music. Keep up the good work guys! I'll be back for more soon.

  • author: Jessi

    I love this CD...it keeps me moving the entire time I listen to it!

  • I want more, more, more. Takes me back to Mali.
    author: Pam Lawler

    Heard Hang Ten one Sunday morning on WXPN in Philadelphia. Couldn't find a reference anywhere to Toubab Krewe on the net. Had to call radio and learn about CDBaby. A win on both scores. The music is a West African dream!

  • I want more, more, more. Takes me back to Mali.
    author: Pam Lawler

    Heard Hang Ten one Sunday morning on WXPN in Philadelphia. Couldn't find a reference anywhere to Toubab Krewe on the net. Had to call radio and learn about CDBaby. A win on both scores. The music is a West African dream!

  • simply the best!
    author: Astrid

    I love this cd. I saw them in person about 3 weeks ago and had to buy their cd immediately. It is great. I definitely recommend it!!!!!

  • Beautiful, funky, melodic, exciting and masterful.
    author: Iman Roder

    I bought this for my sister who is a connosiuer of African music, and she was initially impressed and then blown away when she learned that this music was created by westerners. We never heard such a unique blend, and it's so seamlessy melded togethor. It's funky and mesmerisingly melodic. She hasn't stopped listening to it since I got it for her 2 weeks ago!

  • too good to be true!
    author: Cara Franson

    I just returned from west africa and have been searching for melodies to keep me connected. this album is amazing. i loved hearing the west african fusions with my own culture! props to the travelers/musicians and thanks for sharing the vibes.

  • A must buy!!
    author: Alex Nelson

    This album is amazing! The African influences and instruments only complement the guitar and percussion ensemble. I put this CD in my car the day I bought it, and it has stayed there for weeks! I recomend this CD to anyone interested in good beats, good music, and good fusion!! Amazing. I can't wait for the next CD!!

  • Must hear!!
    author: Dessa

    I saw Toubab live in Ny, I was hooked!! I can't say enough good things, if you love music this is a must have for your collection!

  • pure listening pleasure
    author: Cara

    After a long day at work, getting home to put on this cd and get the drum out is a true stress reliever. It will take you somewhere pleasant. Superb!

  • THis album rocks!!!!
    author: FLippo

    THis album is great and everyone should own it. Really dig the sound these guys have.

  • ridiculously awesome
    author: r. dudasik

    the cd is right on target. really vibrant jamming but still a real chill feel to it. one of my favorite cds.

  • West African Jam Band by way of the US
    author: Yakpaolo

    Having lived in Guinea and Senegal for years, this genre of music is familiar to me, but not in the way presented by the Toubab Krewe. They have captured the essence of the music and instruments, while incorporating a jam band-esque feel. Nice variety and composition.

  • Amazing
    author: Rachel

    There is nothing else like this out there, yet it is so amazing nothing else could measure up. The music is not only soulful, but moving and inspiring. So glad I got this cd.

  • Love it!
    author: Bowie

    Brilliant! Original and on-point, definately one of my favorite bands. These tracks are a great addition to your musical collection. Toubab Krewe rocks, go see them live.

  • Brilliant! Original and on-point,
    author: Bowie

    Brilliant! Original and on-point, definately one of my favorite bands. These tracks are a great addition to your musical collection. Toubab Krewe rocks, go see them live.

  • Brilliant! Original and on-point,
    author: Bowie

    Brilliant! Original and on-point, definately one of my favorite bands. These tracks are a great addition to your musical collection. Toubab Krewe rocks, go see them live.

  • Drops of Honey
    author: Elyn

    My goodness! Never have I heard anything as good since Bob Marley! I'm in this class that involves World Cultures and one of the things that my prof requires is that we attend some sort of a performance. THIS WAS IT! Toubab Krewe was at Brew's on November 13th, the night before a friend called at 1am and told me they'd be there! I'm so happy I have this CD otherwise I would probably go nutz (especially considering this paper that I JUST FINISHED WRITING!!!)

  • It is truely an inovative amalgamation of various styles unique in it's own rite
    author: Marvin

    Wow!I love world music but I've never heard anything like this Absolutely fantastic. Truely an amazing peice of work with a heart beat all it's own & a rythym to take you there. Fortunately I have a chance to see them this december & I will be there just pour water on me I'm an instant fan. Excellent!!!

  • Absolutely loved the sound all the way through.
    author: Maureen McCarthy

    I have listened to the CD many times and am impatiently anticipating seeing them live. What a remarkable melding of talent that comes together in a very unusual sound. Love it!

  • yesssssss
    author: bethany olivia

    listen to the cd and you'll be overwhelmed with an uncontrollable desire to dance. i'd marry toubab krewe collectively if i could. their show in boston was amazing. catch them if you can!

  • Fanfriggintastic
    author: Lynne

    I've been listening to this bad boy on repeat for the last two weeks since I saw them live. So awesome. A must-listen.

  • fresh and solid
    author: Jordan Eads

    This one is a rare find. Every track is solid and keeps growing on you. I call it afrofunk, but whatever it is, its fresh, and it rocks. I look foreward to another equally well-composed album from Toubab Krewe.

  • cool and interesting
    author: Pete C

    Very cool sound. Heck, that's why I bought it in the first place. I like the tribal jam bandiness of it. It reminds me of Rusted Root if they were a good jam band. :) Only listened to it once, but it'll be in the rotation for a while.

  • Energy like no other
    author: Henrik Herb

    These guys have it down. One of the few bands out there that can reach a musical climax without improvising and revolving around one instrument. As a unit, they layer their perfect blend of African string instruments and bongos with electric bass, electric guitars and drums. See them live! It's a whole world unto its own, with a musical energy that has no parallel. Rarely will you find yourself dancing vigorously to a band who often playswithout pulsating rythm (although they master that style anyway). Check them out.

  • Captures the spirit(s) of African and world fusion and then some.
    author: Alan Dearling, Devon, UK

    Listened to some samples on the internet and immediately ordered a copy from cdbaby. And most pleased that I did. Great band that truly captures the spirit(s) of African and world fusion music and then some.

  • It'll make you dance
    author: Becca

    Awesome CD. I am very impressed with all the tunes on the album. I can't get enough of it.

  • These groovy tunes haven't come out of my CD player since I put 'em in!
    author: Mandy
  • never heard anything like it before!
    author: teo

    saw them at all good and was truly amazed as was the entire crowd! we stood with mouths agape and danced like crazy fools. will go see them whenever i can. buy this cd now!

  • THESE GUYS ARE OUT OF THIS WORLD!!
    author: Candice

    These dudes have truly created their own genre of music. I saw them at Bonnaroo, and not a person in the full room wasn't on their feet dancing. This music is just so exciting! The band members themselves also seem to be very down-to-earth and sweet. Give this CD a shot! You won't be disappointed!

  • whadt there be tdat thang......
    author: rivertrancegpt

    he be playin up dere on stage??????

  • I like the music and I wish the guys mentioned somewhere where they're from.
    author: Mark Harper

    Inspired.

  • MMW travels to Africa with a conscious vibe!
    author: Eric Barsotti

    Props to the Toubab Krewe for putting together an excellent CD that sounds well beyong the amount of time you cats have been working together! Excellent CD for any occasion. I've been pushing your CD to different bars and clubs around my area. Feel good tunes for the mind and the body. Great work TK, looking forward to more big things!

  • ab fab, cant find anything sounding so great
    author: Kelly

    ab fab, great interesting music that you will have a hard time finding something similar

  • We sawToubab Krewe at Bonnaroo and we were amazed!!
    author: Lonna

    We saw Toubab Krewe at Bonnaroo and we were amazed!!! We walked Toubab's tent on the way to see another great band and we ended up staying. They were so great that we came back again the next day to hear them again. The CD has not left my car & I have had it for 2 weeks :o)

  • BUY THIS CD NOW!!
    author: Paul D. Zavodnyik

    I saw Toubab Krewe at Bonnaroo and immediatley bought three cd's for me and my friends. While I don't know what genre Toubab Krewe fits into, they are nevertheless a wonderful band. This cd really captures their virtuousity. I particularly enjoy the songs Devil Woman, Hang Tan, and Bamana Niya. This cd will get you moving your feet and shaking your butt. This band is going to be really big someday so if you buy this cd now,you can say you got on at the ground floor.

  • Addictive enough to be federally regulated.
    author: Joshua Myers

    The production is crystal clear and still dirty. The music runs from insane rock to some of the most beautiful and haunting melodies this Toubab has ever heard. The musicians are all tasteful and extremely talented. This CD hasn't left my stereo since I got it. Thank you Toubab Krewe.

  • an unbelievable cd
    author: ann mayson

    I saw Toubab krewe at bonnaroo thur night and the music blew me away so much that i went back on saturday to catch another set. the cd is amazing check it out!!!!!

  • This CD change my life!
    author: Richard Craig

    Who knew North Carolina was a hotbed for west african surf-hop? I caught their set at the Bonnaroo music festival, and I couldnt believe what I heard! I have been listening to the cd non stop since I got it! I am really excited to find out about any tour plans these men may have?! Be on the look out for this hot new quintet!

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