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Cha Wa is coming near you with a sound that celebrates the traditions of New Orleans while blending them with funk, rhythm and blues, hip-hop and contemporary influences. Formed in New Orleans in 2014 by vocalist and percussionist Joe Gelini, the band draws direct inspiration from the culture of the Mardi Gras Indians, a historic tradition deeply rooted in the city's African American heritage. The group's name comes from a phrase commonly used within that community.
Cha Wa released its debut album, Funk'n'Feathers, in 2016, followed by Spyboy in 2018. The latter earned a nomination for Best Regional Roots Music Album at the 2020 Grammy Awards. In 2021, the band released My People, which also received a Grammy Award nomination in the Best Regional Roots Music Album category at the 64th Annual Grammy Awards. Songs including Wildman, Spyboy, My People and Bow Down showcase the group's ability to connect cultural heritage with contemporary songwriting.
Throughout its career, Cha Wa has helped introduce the traditions of the Mardi Gras Indians to audiences around the world. The band's members work closely with culture bearers from the community while highlighting rhythms, chants and musical influences that remain central to the identity of New Orleans. This commitment has established Cha Wa as one of the leading ambassadors of this unique cultural tradition.
By combining historical traditions with modern funk and contemporary rhythms, Cha Wa has earned a distinctive place in American roots music. Buy your tickets on Tickets.ca now and follow the next chapter of Cha Wa's career.