Description
The Gratoners are a Hanoi-based reggae fusion band, with members hailing from South Africa and the UK. Their music brings a unique blend of soulful Reggae, High Life, Jazz, Hip-Hop and Funk.
Over the last 7 years, the 7 piece collective have become a household name in the city of Hanoi, Vietnam, where they all became acquainted through their love of music. With their eclectic mix of vibes and energies, they’ve long since demonstrated the power to move their audiences both physically and spiritually with truly unique and diverse performances.
In 2022 the band signed to indie label ‘Dark Escapes’ and soon after released their 2023 debut single ‘We Back’ before going on to film the ‘Live @ 8th Note Studio Sessions’ in 2024. Their success has since led to them playing alongside reggae legends Big Mountain, Mungos Hifi, general Levy, Luiz and FÜLÜ.
The Gratoners are:
Zak Azeez – Vocals/Rhythm/Trumpet
Solo Rudolphe – Vocals
Justin O’Kelly – Saxophone
Oli Coulam – Lead Guitar
Daniel Kelly – Keys
Peet Bornman – Bass
Oisin Mercer – Drums
*Support provided by Love Cloud*
**Love Cloud** are a 7-piece collective blending roots reggae, RnB and Afro-Latin rhythms. Fronted by soul powerhouse Woloh and built on grooves shape on London’s jazz and funk circuit, they channel the spirit of Sault, Talking Heads and Fela Kuti while creating something distinctly their own.
Expect a set of bass-driven, hornlit grooves and dynamic high energy performance.
Presented by The Fox & Firkin.
This is an 14+ event
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