Cymande are a legendary UK band - funky, pan-Afro psychedelic soul-rock, dosed with calypso, reggae, and modern jazz. After a burst of critically beloved albums in the early 70s, Cymande went on a 40-year hiatus. But their music lived on as new generations of artists discovered and reworked their pioneering sounds, and tracks were sampled by golden age hip-hop icons like De La Soul, The Fugees, MC Solaar, Masta Ace, EPMD, Gang Starr. Now they return to finish what they started. The band re-formed several years ago with compilations, playing major festivals and new music that picks up where they left off in 1974 – a spiritual and sonic follow-up, bringing a fresh edge to their iconic sound. Founding members Patrick Patterson (guitars, vocals) and Steve Scipio (bass, vocals) plus long time members Adrian Reid (keyboardist) and Raymond Simpson (vocalist), rounded out by new members – all led by guiding spirit of an inimitable mix of Caribbean sensibility and English experience.
Teens and young adults ages 13-22 can buy tickets for $5 using the Get Tickets button below. With the purchase of one $5 ticket for someone within the age range, a second $5 ticket can be purchased for an individual of any age to join them.
