Music
Currently, I am involved in 2 different band projects, in addition to my own solo work. These are Malabar, the Thought Xperiment (ThoughtX), and Rho music, respectively.
Malabar
Malabar is a New York City/Boston based group that plays reggae, afrobeat and psychedelic funk grooves.
Lead Vocalist and Guitarist Rohit Nambisan has had experience for many years playing in reggae and psychedelic rock bands in California and New York City, including an experience opening for and playing onstage with Wyclef Jean.Bassist Hari Vasu-Devan has had experience playing in funk rock bands in California. He has recently played bass in the original Malabar and jammed out acoustic rock sets with Rohit in New York City.
Drummer and Percussionist Andy O'Neill is a formally trained musician who has played all styles and rhythms of drums throughout most of his life and played in groups such as Sweet Cajun Band. Andy plays jazz, silent film soundtrack and other varied styles of music throughout the New York metropolitan area and around the country.
Sax Player Rob Miller, Trumpet Player Cameron Washington and Trombonist Jeremy Nesmith have had experience playing together in several successful music projects in New York in varying styles of music.
Each performance will be varied and may include accompanying musicians depending on the style of music. Furthermore, the terms “audience interactive musical experience” bests describes this project as Malabar views each performance as a show in which participation from the audience is necessary to create and impart the intensity and flavor of the music. Don't be afraid if you find yourself dancing with a saxophonist!
The Thought Xperiment (ThoughtX)
The Thought Xperiment or ThoughtX is a reggae/funk/world beat project that started in late 2008. To listen to some recordings from this project please click on the the ThoughtX link of the lefthand column of this page.
Pics from our first gig at EndofSummerfest 2008 at the Elk House.
Dreadrocks
DreadRocks...Fiery lyrical deliverance and diverse rhythmic sound cause the mind to think. Heavy drum and bass infused with soul and rock inform the feet to dance. Conscious messages and a vibration of love inspire the heart to open. True to the spirit of roots reggae music, Dread Rocks, with their fresh brand of Reggae have come to "lively up the place". (excerpt from Dreadrocks myspace page)
I recently joined this 5-8 piece reggae band as the lead singer/guitarist/conga player. Please check out the Dreadrocks website for more information and upcoming shows.
Rho Music
This is a solo project that I just started in April 2009. The styles of music consist primarily of acoustic reggae, with some folk and acoustic rock. Rho music shows are likely to include guest musicians from my other projects. Future shows will be listed soon.