Oka
Incorporating flavours of dub, electronica, hip-hop, jazz and many forms of world music, its hard to define the OKA sound. Instead, perhaps look at the line-up. Oka is the dialogue between three characters with varying influences, backgrounds and talents.
Stu Boga Fergie (Didgeristu), the big man behind the electronic beats & keys brings raw didgeridoo & vocals inspired by his aboriginal heritage. Chris lane plays captivating melody on Slide Guitar, Harmonica & Woodwinds including Bamboo Flute and Sax. Making up the trio is Samoan-Australian Charlie Zappa – a rhythm specialist with beats of Polynesian fire and deep pocket.
Together they blend many pieces that is the OKA puzzle - A sound & force that touches the heart & feeds the soul.
With this signature sound and unforgettable live reputation, OKA serves up their Progressive Roots music. Electrified digeridoo, heavy slide guitar, soaring flutes and juju rhythms are some of the many ingredients in this Australian sound that’s matured over a decade. Humble beginnings busking on street corners have led to extensive global tripping. Their sound is unique and reflects a sun-drenched coastal lifestyle they call home.
The much anticipated 2011 album Milk & Honey brings a fresh and exciting addition to the OKA catalogue. It was created from on-stage jamming & relaxed sessions at their Coolum beach home on the Sunshine Coast. While keeping true to their indigenous roots the 14 track journey touches on new territory with vocal tracks & a soup of synth tones & beats, still retaining the Classic OKA feel.
Imagine Bob Marley meets Stevie Wonder via the Chemical Brothers in a steaming rainforest – then you start to get the idea.
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This artist is scheduled to perform on:
27 November
8:45PM
The Mullumbimby High School
