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Chillakaya
- Jacksonville, FL
- Caribbean/Island Music
- Travels nationwide
- $500-5000
Overview
The group is made up of three musicians; Kemwa Z is the lead vocalist, bass player and founder of the band, who grew up in the town Old Road on the beautiful island of Antigua where he was heavily influenced by the culture of the country.
Lia De is their manager and keyboardist, who brings her talent from New York, where she was training to be a professional dancer, but on a change of paths she found that she loved playing live music and now shares her love of dance with the music she plays.
Arthur on Drums is the master of the beat, playing drums with "a pocket style that creates a heartfelt flow that locks in with the bass smoothly."
5 Reviews
The trio was very professional and sounded great! They were the perfect addition to add to our afternoon event to give it that welcoming and fun vibe.
Caribbean/Island Music, Reggae Band
The entire team was great. The lead singer was phenomenal. On point, great energy. They were hired for an 80th birthday. Bermudian family enjoyed every bit of it.
Communication was structured and professional. Kemwa Z made the event so much fun and brought the guests together with his music. They arrived early and had everything exactly how we had asked plus even more. Chillakaya is a wonderful band . Must have at any event or occasion.
Caribbean/Island Music, Ska Band, Soca Band, Reggae Band
Response from Chillakaya:
Enjoyed your event and look forward too working with you again .
These guys brought the islands and great vibe to our gardens for our Reggae In The Garden event. They were excellent and all our guests that were in attendance were so pleased with their music and want us to invite them back soon!
They will definitely be hired again for our garden events!
Showed up when they said they would. Pleasant, lovely band members. Played a great Reggae mix over 3 hours. My girlfriend was thrilled to have them play for her 50th birthday and I will be sure to recommend them to friends and family! Great job CHILLAKAYA!!!!
Thank you again.
Reggae Band
Response from Chillakaya:
Thank you Scott ! Party was an awesome!
Booking Info
Price Range: $500-5000
Gig Length: 180 - 240 minutes
Languages: English
Website: Visit website
Phone Number: Call
What to Expect
Fun upbeat music for all events .. if you have songs you would like to hear just let us know ahead of time so we can practice them . We can do certain cover songs.
About
Chillakaya is a Reggae fusion band based out of Jacksonville Beach, Florida. The group is made up of three musicians.Their music style is Reggae Fusion/Soca/Dancehall/Rock Steady/Island Party Music / Reggae
Kemwa Z
Lead Vocals/Bass
Originally from the island of Antigua he brings across rich Antiguan flavor with his lyrical style. He also plays a 5 string Steinberger bass. Kemwa has always blended with music and is the founder of Chillakaya.
Drummer
Arthur on drums has spent years mastering the upbeat grove with his unique style drumming adding in his tight chops
Lia De
Keyboards/Manager
Originally from New York.She began playing piano as a child and now enjoys the style of playing Reggae keyboard. Lia also handles scheduling and social media for Chillakaya.
We are extremely excited that we are able to share upbeat music for many events, private parties and venues. We have done several festivals and play regularly in the local bars and restaurants in Florida, Georgia, South Carolina really anywhere music takes us. Kemwa Z is the founder Vocalist/Bass player of Chillakaya. He is dedicated to providing island style fun exciting music for your events or parties. Lia has played keyboards with Kemwa Z for 5 years. Depending on the size of your venue or event space we can provide a three, four or five (if agreed upon )size band. We provide a full P/A system.
Additional Booking Notes
If we do need insurance just met us know. During Covid -19 there were not many live performances happening so we downsized some of our expenses. We have never had an issue although if this is something that is required that is no problem.
Services Offered
Set List
Stir It Up – Bob Marley: Maybe the best love song of any genre
Night Nurse – Gregory Isaacs
Substitute Lover
Wine Lady Wine
Soca Songs
Reggae Songs
Varity of upbeat island 🏝 music
Influences & Inspiration
Bob Marley
Buju
Burning Flames
Stephen Marley
Sparrow
Upbeat island music
Setup Requirements
Just Need An Outlet To Plug In equipment