The GroovaLottos
Birth Place: Cape Cod, MA
Latest News on The GroovaLottos:
Club Passim To Feature Indigenous Music And Dance At Indigenous People's Day Concert (Sep 30, 2024)
2nd Thursday Blues Jam Sessions Held as Mwalim Daphunkee Professor's THUNDERCHILD Tour Continues (Sep 21, 2024)
Oversoul Theatre Collective Will Host New Monthly Arts and Music Series at Underground Railroad Cafe (Sep 21, 2024)
Club Passim To Feature Indigenous Music And Dance At Indigenous People's Day Concert (Sep 30, 2024)
2nd Thursday Blues Jam Sessions Held as Mwalim Daphunkee Professor's THUNDERCHILD Tour Continues (Sep 21, 2024)
Oversoul Theatre Collective Will Host New Monthly Arts and Music Series at Underground Railroad Cafe (Sep 21, 2024)
BIO
The GroovaLottos are a multi-Grammy nominated soul-funk - Afrobeats jam band, and musical production team created by veteran touring and studio session players and singers. Starting as a series of weekly jam sessions, the group quickly rose as a favorite at bars, clubs, events, and festivals throughout New England and the east coast. A pioneering force in the Thump & Soul sound, The GroovaLottos made their debut on the Americana/ Indie Blues charts with the single “Do You Mind…?” at number 11, and proceeded to spend the next 41 weeks in the top ten, peeking at number 3.
The 2017 release of their album, "Ask Yo' Mama" (Midnight Groove Recordings/Liberation M3), and an innovative street-corner concert tour, made them a favorite on jam band oriented radio shows throughout the USA, leading to the album moving several thousand units and receiving 4 Grammy nominations for Pop and R&B that year, as well as 2 additional nominations in R&B and Rock for the following year.
As the resident production team and session band at POLYPHONIC STUDIOS, they are also a top-level ‘musical think-tank’ who can produce artists and bands in virtually any genre conceivable. With a commercial grade recording studio at their disposal, the ensemble’s music making possibilities are endless.
News
Club Passim To Feature Indigenous Music And Dance At Indigenous People's Day Concert
Club Passim has announced an Indigenous People’s Day concert on October 12, featuring Indigenous music and dance performances.
Club Passim has announced an Indigenous People’s Day concert on October 12, featuring Indigenous music and dance performances.
2nd Thursday Blues Jam Sessions Held as Mwalim Daphunkee Professor's THUNDERCHILD Tour Continues
2nd Thursday Blues is a monthly jam session hosted by the Oversoul Theatre Collective at the Underground Railroad Cafe in New Bedford, providing a vibrant, workshop-styled environment for blues, soul, and jazz musicians to collaborate and hone their craft.
2nd Thursday Blues is a monthly jam session hosted by the Oversoul Theatre Collective at the Underground Railroad Cafe in New Bedford, providing a vibrant, workshop-styled environment for blues, soul, and jazz musicians to collaborate and hone their craft.
Oversoul Theatre Collective Will Host New Monthly Arts and Music Series at Underground Railroad Cafe
The Oversoul Theatre Collective (OTC) has announced its new partnership and residency at the Underground Railroad Cafe on Acushnet Avenue. This collaboration brings a vibrant array of monthly events to the New Bedford community, including music, poetry, and civic dialogues, all offered free to the public with a suggested donation of $5.
The Oversoul Theatre Collective (OTC) has announced its new partnership and residency at the Underground Railroad Cafe on Acushnet Avenue. This collaboration brings a vibrant array of monthly events to the New Bedford community, including music, poetry, and civic dialogues, all offered free to the public with a suggested donation of $5.
The THUMP & SOUL SESSION to be Presented at Gallery X in November
Experience the revival of Gallery X with The THUMP & SOUL SESSION on November 25th. DJ The ZYG 808 will spin a mix of House music, Afrobeats, Rare Groove, Dancehall, and EDM. Monthly event starting January 2024.
Experience the revival of Gallery X with The THUMP & SOUL SESSION on November 25th. DJ The ZYG 808 will spin a mix of House music, Afrobeats, Rare Groove, Dancehall, and EDM. Monthly event starting January 2024.
Mwalim DaPhunkee Professor Releases 'Always Right There' From Forthcoming Album THUNDERCHILD
Discover Mwalim DaPhunkee Professor's latest single, 'Always Right There,' from his upcoming album 'Thunderchild.' Explore the craft of songwriting and groove to the infectious love song that captures the attention of both men and women. Learn about Mwalim's musical journey and his family's influential roots from the Brill Building.
Discover Mwalim DaPhunkee Professor's latest single, 'Always Right There,' from his upcoming album 'Thunderchild.' Explore the craft of songwriting and groove to the infectious love song that captures the attention of both men and women. Learn about Mwalim's musical journey and his family's influential roots from the Brill Building.
The GroovaLottos to Perform at The Legendary Doug's House Of Harmony This Month
Get ready to groove as The GroovaLottos take the stage at Doug's House of Harmony on September 23. Prepare to be captivated by their soulful blend of funk, jazz, blues, and rock. Don't miss out on this unforgettable night of music and fun.
Get ready to groove as The GroovaLottos take the stage at Doug's House of Harmony on September 23. Prepare to be captivated by their soulful blend of funk, jazz, blues, and rock. Don't miss out on this unforgettable night of music and fun.
The GroovaLottos Bring The Thump & Soul Sound To PVD Fest 2023
The band that's 'Gotcha Groovin', Dancing', and Feeling' Good' will be grooving out the stage at Sunday, September 10th's PVD Fest at 12:30 pm on the stage at 225 Dyer St.
The band that's 'Gotcha Groovin', Dancing', and Feeling' Good' will be grooving out the stage at Sunday, September 10th's PVD Fest at 12:30 pm on the stage at 225 Dyer St.
Mwalim DaPhunkee Professor Releases 'Always Right There'
'Always Right There', a groovy little cha-cha ballad, exploring the r&b side of Mwalim's Brill Building heritage as a songwriter and performer.
'Always Right There', a groovy little cha-cha ballad, exploring the r&b side of Mwalim's Brill Building heritage as a songwriter and performer.
A Son Directs His Father In A PARTY IN THE CROSSROADS At Cotuit Center for the Arts This April
When Mwalim first performed 'A Party at the Crossroads' as a performance piece in 1996 at the Falmouth Public Library for Black History Month, with a subsequent production in Boston through New African Company, little did he know that the show would become a touring piece that took him around the country to theaters, venues and festivals.
When Mwalim first performed 'A Party at the Crossroads' as a performance piece in 1996 at the Falmouth Public Library for Black History Month, with a subsequent production in Boston through New African Company, little did he know that the show would become a touring piece that took him around the country to theaters, venues and festivals.
Cotuit Center for the Arts to Present A PARTY AT THE CROSSROADS in April
'A PARTY at the CROSSROADS: A Post-Modernist's Cabaret' is a work of adult-oriented storytelling theater with original soul, blues and jazz music; written and performed by Mwalim (with a little help from his friends), directed by The ZYG 808. The show will be running at Cotuit Center for the Arts in the Vivian and Morton Sigel Black Box theater from April 7 - 23.
'A PARTY at the CROSSROADS: A Post-Modernist's Cabaret' is a work of adult-oriented storytelling theater with original soul, blues and jazz music; written and performed by Mwalim (with a little help from his friends), directed by The ZYG 808. The show will be running at Cotuit Center for the Arts in the Vivian and Morton Sigel Black Box theater from April 7 - 23.
Mwalim Takes Us To A PARTY AT THE CROSSROADS On Cape Cod
Next Month
'A PARTY at the CROSSROADS: A Post-Modernist's Cabaret' is a work of adult-oriented storytelling theater with original soul, blues and jazz music; written and performed by Mwalim (with a little help from his friends) directed by The ZYG 808. The show will be running at the Cotuit Center for the Arts Black Box theater, April 7 - 23.
'A PARTY at the CROSSROADS: A Post-Modernist's Cabaret' is a work of adult-oriented storytelling theater with original soul, blues and jazz music; written and performed by Mwalim (with a little help from his friends) directed by The ZYG 808. The show will be running at the Cotuit Center for the Arts Black Box theater, April 7 - 23.
A PARTY AT THE CROSSROADS to Play The Black Box Theater in April
'A PARTY at the CROSSROADS: A Post-Modernist's Cabaret' is a work of adult-oriented storytelling theater with original soul, blues and jazz music; written and performed by Mwalim (with a little help from his friends), directed by The ZYG 808. The show will run at Cotuit Center for the Arts in the Vivian and Morton Sigel Black Box theater from April 6 - 23, with Thursday, Friday and Saturday shows at 7:30pm and Sunday shows at 2pm.
'A PARTY at the CROSSROADS: A Post-Modernist's Cabaret' is a work of adult-oriented storytelling theater with original soul, blues and jazz music; written and performed by Mwalim (with a little help from his friends), directed by The ZYG 808. The show will run at Cotuit Center for the Arts in the Vivian and Morton Sigel Black Box theater from April 6 - 23, with Thursday, Friday and Saturday shows at 7:30pm and Sunday shows at 2pm.
'7 Candles' A New Song For Kwanzaa Released By The GroovaLottos
The GroovaLottos' comic 'Xmas Morning' and their Afrobeat-styled ode to Kwanzaa, '7 Candles,' bring some funk and soul to the season. While '7 Candles' offers three versions/mixes of the song, Tiktok has gravitated toward the 'Bembe Mix' as a favorite background for dance videos.
The GroovaLottos' comic 'Xmas Morning' and their Afrobeat-styled ode to Kwanzaa, '7 Candles,' bring some funk and soul to the season. While '7 Candles' offers three versions/mixes of the song, Tiktok has gravitated toward the 'Bembe Mix' as a favorite background for dance videos.
The GroovaLottos Bring Live Soul-Jazz AFROBEAT To Luanda's In Brockton
Delicious aromas and the sweet sounds of jazz, soul and Afrobeat will be wafting up Centre Street, as the LIVE Soul-Jazz AFROBEAT program comes to Luanda's Restaurant, on Friday, November 18, at 8 PM.
Delicious aromas and the sweet sounds of jazz, soul and Afrobeat will be wafting up Centre Street, as the LIVE Soul-Jazz AFROBEAT program comes to Luanda's Restaurant, on Friday, November 18, at 8 PM.
New Repertory Theatre to Present THE GROOVALOTTOS in October
New Repertory Theatre (New Rep) is proud to present The GroovaLottos on Saturday, October 1 at 7:00pm and Sunday October 2 at 4:00pm, as part of its Saturday Stories/Sunday Celebration series. Both events will take place in the Main Stage Theater at the Mosesian Center for the Arts in Watertown.
New Repertory Theatre (New Rep) is proud to present The GroovaLottos on Saturday, October 1 at 7:00pm and Sunday October 2 at 4:00pm, as part of its Saturday Stories/Sunday Celebration series. Both events will take place in the Main Stage Theater at the Mosesian Center for the Arts in Watertown.
New Repertory Theatre to Present THE GROOVALOTTOS This Fall
New Repertory Theatre will to present The GroovaLottos on Saturday, October 1 at 7:00pm and Sunday October 2 at 4:00pm.
New Repertory Theatre will to present The GroovaLottos on Saturday, October 1 at 7:00pm and Sunday October 2 at 4:00pm.
Tickets On Sale for New Repertory Theatre's THE GROOVALOTTOS
THE GROOVALOTTOS will perform Saturday, July 9 and Sunday July 10 at the Main Stage Theater at the Mosesian Center for the Arts in Watertown.
THE GROOVALOTTOS will perform Saturday, July 9 and Sunday July 10 at the Main Stage Theater at the Mosesian Center for the Arts in Watertown.
The GroovaLottos Return With MAMA'S HAMPER - Pure Phunk
If your band had a Saturday morning cartoon, what would the theme song be? If you were present for a bar-fight, what would be playing in the background? Can you describe your band's show in six words? How do you describe your relationship with your soulmate?
If your band had a Saturday morning cartoon, what would the theme song be? If you were present for a bar-fight, what would be playing in the background? Can you describe your band's show in six words? How do you describe your relationship with your soulmate?
Polyphonic Studios Launches New Label
Polyphonic Studios has announced the launch of Polyphonic Studios Records (PSR), an imprint and home-base for 'Thump & Soul', a genre-bending sound cultivated by the songwriters, producers, and artists affiliated with the studio; and being presented to receptive audiences throughout the Southern New England region.
Polyphonic Studios has announced the launch of Polyphonic Studios Records (PSR), an imprint and home-base for 'Thump & Soul', a genre-bending sound cultivated by the songwriters, producers, and artists affiliated with the studio; and being presented to receptive audiences throughout the Southern New England region.
George's to Host Thump & Soul Thursdays
Thump & Soul is offering The MIXER offering the best of Afrobeats, House, Nu-Jazz, and Rare Groove spun by The Maestro ZYG 808 on 1st, 2nd, and 4th Thursdays and THIRD THURSDAYS SUPPER CLUB, offering an all-you-can-eat buffet and live soul and jazz by The GroovaLottos.
Thump & Soul is offering The MIXER offering the best of Afrobeats, House, Nu-Jazz, and Rare Groove spun by The Maestro ZYG 808 on 1st, 2nd, and 4th Thursdays and THIRD THURSDAYS SUPPER CLUB, offering an all-you-can-eat buffet and live soul and jazz by The GroovaLottos.
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