Cymande

biography

Cymande the British-based Funk music pioneers, emerged as innovators of the funk music scene during the early-1970s. Influenced by their Caribbean heritage, the band combined Reggae and Rastafarian rhythms with funk, soul, R&B, jazz and rock to create a new and exciting sound which captivated audiences throughout the United Kingdom and the United States as well as Europe and the continent of Africa. The Music of Cymande conveyed a true spirit of togetherness reflected in the band's emblem which incorporated a dove with the head of a Rastaman symbolizing peace and love.

history

Cymande the British-based Funk music pioneers, emerged as innovators of the funk music scene during the early-1970s. Influenced by their Caribbean heritage, the band combined Reggae and Rastafarian rhythms with funk, soul, R&B, jazz and rock to create a new and exciting sound which captivated audiences throughout the United Kingdom and the United States as well as Europe and the continent of Africa. The Music of Cymande conveyed a true spirit of togetherness reflected in the band's emblem which incorporated a dove with the head of a Rastaman symbolizing peace and love.

Cymande Reunites, To Release Album in 2012

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Published on November 6th, 2011

Some 35 years after the band formally stopped performing, Cymande is back together and is recording a new album scheduled »

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Our Reunion Concert

Published on October 19th, 2012

“Due to circumstances beyond their control, Cymande has had to postpone plans for live shows, including the show scheduled for »

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