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Steel Drum Fun

Manhattan, NY

$400-$5000

Steel Drum Player

Travels up to 200 miles

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Overview

I’m Kareem Thompson, a professional steel drummer bringing the vibrant sounds of the Caribbean to weddings, corporate events, school events, private parties, and festivals. With years of experience, I create an unforgettable atmosphere through high-energy performances that blend calypso, reggae, and popular hits—customized to fit your event. Whether you’re planning a laid-back gathering or a lively celebration, I’ll deliver the perfect soundtrack to elevate the vibe. Let’s make your event one to remember with the joyful rhythms of the steel drum!

Reviews

27 reviews

Shelly W.

September 8, 2025

Verified review

Small 50th birthday party

Extremely professional, great service, music.

Hired as: Steel Drum Player

Crystal T.

June 14, 2025

Verified review

Good performance

We enjoyed the music, despite a late arrival due to unforseen circumstances.

Hired as: Steel Drum Player

Earla H.

June 8, 2025

Verified review

Late Arrival. No return call when contacted.

Had to push back order of events because of late arrival. Called after 6:30pm to state he was running late because of traffic.

Hired as: Steel Drum Player

Steel Drum Fun

Hello Earla,
I would like to extend my sincere apologies for the inconvenience caused at your event. It was a member of my team who arrived later than expected, which unfortunately led to his delayed arrival. We were scheduled to be there by 6:00 PM and perform from 6:30 to 7:30 PM, but we did not meet that commitment, and I truly regret the disruption this caused to your plans.
Please know that this does not reflect our usual standard of professionalism. I take full responsibility as the leader of the team, and I would be more than willing to make it up to you in any way that I can.
Thank you for your understanding, and I hope to have the opportunity to make this right.

Tina H.

June 13, 2024

Verified review

Highly recommend!! Fantastic

Kareem was loved by all of our guests! This was an event for a nonprofit organization with mostly corporate attendees. Kareem arrived early communicated well and provided us with beautiful music at our waterfront venue. Many of the guests asked for his contact information. He comes highly recommended and I intend to use him again myself. He even had his own microphone set up for me to do my presentation which I didn’t expect. A truly kind person!

Hired as: Steel Drum Player

Steel Drum Fun

Thanks for having me! It was a great event for a great cause.

Valerie R.

June 11, 2024

Verified review

Sweet 16 Masquerade June 2024

Kareem arrived early and ready to go! Leading up to the party, he was easy to contact and has a wealth of songs prepared. He brought an amazing energy with his music to my daughter’s sweet 16 masquerade. Kareem played many current songs and a few carribean songs. Everyone loved the steel drums playing during the cocktail hour. People swayed to his melodic tymperings while enjoying small appetizers. He was great!!! I HIGHLY recommend his services!!!!

Hired as: One Man Band

Steel Drum Fun

Thanks so much! Thanks for having me and I’m glad my playing was appreciated, thanks again.

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Booking information

Price range: $400-$5000

Languages: English

Gig length: 60 - 240 minutes

What to expect

Lively Caribbean, Reggae music played on Steel Pan.
I am very versatile when it comes to playing any genre/style of music.

About

Musician/Band

Kareem Thompson has been playing the Steel Drum for over 25 years. His performance experience started at the age of 8. He attended and graduated from Brooklyn High School and the Arts then later on graduated from the world renown Berklee College of Music in Boston, MA. where he currently teaches. He 2017 Kareem released his debut album "Pan Roots Culture" which is later named his business after.
Pan Roots Culture's foundation is Music and Culture. Pan Roots Culture offers a wide range of professional Steel Drum musicians and bands, not only just Kareem Thompson. Pan Roots Culture is your one stop shop for all things music and culture.
Pan Roots Culture offers steel drum musicians, steel drum bands, drumming, riddim sections, moko jumbie, calypso theme and costumes.

Additional booking notes

Requirements:

Power Outlet
A Tent for outside engagements.

Services offered

Steel Drum Player One Man Band

Upcoming booked events

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Sunday

08

Sunday

17

Sunday

Campus Event

11:00am - 1:00pm

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Millbrook, NY

June 2023

28

Wednesday

Birthday Party

9:00pm - 10:00pm

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New York City, NY

15

Saturday

28

Saturday

Nonprofit Event

5:00pm - 7:00pm

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Enfield, CT

24

Tuesday

Nonprofit Event

1:00pm - 3:00pm

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Newton, NJ

14

Saturday

Birthday Party

8:30pm - 9:30pm

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Glen Cove, NY

11

Wednesday

27

Sunday

Wedding Reception

7:30pm - 8:30pm

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Baldwin, NY

19

Saturday

Fundraiser

9:00am - 12:00pm

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Bronx, NY

17

Thursday

Cocktail Party

6:00pm - 8:30pm

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Jamesport, NY

CALYPSO/SOCA: Sugar Bum Bum, Yellow Bird, St. Thomas, Caribbean Connection, Jean and Dinah, Don't Stop The Carnival, Hammer, Feeling It, Doh Rock It So, Somebody, Bassman, Woman on The Bass, Turn Me On, Pump Me Up, Full Extreme

REGGAE: Red Red Wine, Now That We Found Love, Stir It Up, Don't Worry About A Thing, Don't Worry Be Happy, No No No, No Woman No Cry, Could You Be Loved, Buffalo Solider, Jammin, I Feel Good, Waiting In Vain

CLASSICS: Hotel California, Lovely Day, Rock With You, What We Won't Do For Love, I Can See Clearly Now, Let's Stay Together, Falling In Love With You, My Girl, I Feel Good, Call Me Al

NEW SCHOOL/R&B: Crazy In Love, Love on Top, Just The Way You Are, Dynamite, I Feel It Coming, Sorry, Let Me Love You, Moves Like Jagger, Uptown Funk, 24 Karat, All of Me, Calabria, Lean on, Shape of You

This is a Very Short List of the 1000's of Songs We Know.

Setup requirements

Power Source

Tent (if outdoors)

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