Nguzo

As a solo performer and band, Nguzo performs original material and cover songs (James Brown, Bob Marley, Al Green, The Weeknd, Drake etc.). Though the solo performances are more intimate, Nguzo makes sure to provide just as much energy and intensity with his solo performances as he does with his band performances. Nguzo is willing to perform nationwide, however travel expenses will be included in the booking fee for events outside of the Chicago land area. Nguzo also provides his own sound system, lights display and incidental music.

Nguzo is a multi-instrumentalist and performer who was born and raised on the south side of Chicago. His early exposure to music was an experience steeped in Soul music and the Blues from his mother’s side of the family (natives of the Mississippi delta) and the Funk and Jazz music of his father’s side of the family (natives of Louisiana).
After graduating high school Nguzo entered the military where he was briefly stationed in Panama. During this time Nguzo immersed himself in Caribbean music and culture. The rest of his military career was spent in Germany. After being discharged from the military Nguzo hoboed around the capital cities of Europe performing as a street musician- until he was deported for lack of a visa.
Upon returning to Chicago, Nguzo began his music career in earnest- first as a poet in Chicago’s Spoken Word scene where he met other talented artists and eventually formed a band called the Groovement. Going back to his roots, Nguzo now mostly performs as a solo troubadour- though he still employs a band on requested occasions.

Nguzo requires at lest one electrical outlet that can service a power strip with a standard three pronged plug. If outdoors, Nguzo requires adequate shelter (permanent or non-permanent) to shield him and his equipment from elements such as rain, sleet, heavy winds etc.