Native Sun

Rank #10 London, UK Hip Hop / Afro-beat / World Reggae

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Members: Mohammed Yahya & Sarina Leah

Sounds Like: Nneka, Arrested Development, K'NAAN, Fela Kuti, Lauryn Hill & The Fugees

Bio: Native Sun is a London based duo consisting of bilingual rapper Mohammed Yahya, born in Mozambique , South East Africa and singer-song writer Sarina Leah born in London with Caribbean roots.

Joining forces in 2010 Native Sun was born fusing Hip Hop and African rhythms with the aim of promoting... See Full Bio

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“Bounce-Worthy duo Native Sun, comprised of vocalist Sarina Leah and MC Mohammed Yahya, have quietly released their debut album, Indigenous Soundwaves, via their Bandcamp page. The 10-track album is a follow up to last year's excellent EP and, if a quick flick through the tracks is anything to go by, the album follows in much the same vein. Sarina's light, airy vocals and Mohammed's gritty delivery are a match made in musical heaven, and with a real message in their lyrics there really isn't anything not to like here. Check it out for yourselves. ”

— SoulUK, Let Native Sun's 'Soundwaves' Wash Over You

“Native Sun is a London based duo consisting of bilingual rapper Mohammed Yahya, born in Mozambique, South East Africa and singer-song writer Sarina Leah born in London with Caribbean roots. This collaboration with GlobalFaction takes Native Sun to Ancient Earth spaces, remembering the many great musicians who laid the foundations for present generations.”

— NME, NATIVE SUN - LEGACY video

“Take a sick beat mixed with African rhythms and drumming, the bold lyrics of Mohammed Yahya about human rights and oppression, and add Sarina Leah’s bluesy Billie Holiday-esque vocals, and you have the recipe for what Native Sun calls “starving artist music.””

— Nia Decaille, The Fashion of Native Sun

“ Native Sun is a collabo between Mohammed Yahya (Mozambique/UK, ex Blind Alphabetz) and Sarina Leah (British born with roots in the Caribbean). Their first work together will be released on February 20 but you can already get it from their Bandcamp page. The single ‘Legacy’ with its groove driven by a clean mbira sample comes with a great video by Global Faction and indeed Herbie Hancock is one of the heroes portrayed in the graphics. Mohammed is heard rapping in Portuguese as well as English. No doubt we’ll be hearing more about Native Sun this year, they already have a booking at SXSW festival (March in Texas) and some gigs in the USA confirmed.”

— Juma4, Native Sun – Legacy: sound of the mbira

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City Point Loft
Chicago, IL, US | 8:30pm
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Tue Jun 11 8:30pm
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What: Takin’ It to the Streets: Urban International Festival When: June 19th, 2010 Time: 9am-9pm Location: 6734 S. Kedzie Ave. in the Chicago Lawn neighborhood of Chicago, Illinois Price: FREE* *donations encouraged Takin’ It to the Streets is a Muslim-led festival where artistic expression, spirituality and urban creativity inspire social change. Takin’ It to the Streets bridges today’s cultural divides by connecting diverse racial, ethnic, and religious communities through a dynamic festival. The festival will enrich cross-cultural community building not only in Chicago, but around the world. Featured Artists: Blackstar (Yasiin Bey aka Mos Def and Talib Kweli) featuring special guest DJ Ali Shaheed Muhammad YUNA - Malaysia Brother Ali – Minnesota, USA Vieux Farka Toure - Mali Talib Kweli - New York, USA And many more! Three Stages: Streets Stage: The festival’s signature stage bringing together dynamic performers and inspiring speakers, also lending global expression of traditional art forms through international artists Hip Hop Pavilion: Bringing together the elements of MCing, DJing, Breakin’, and graffiti art, with skateboarding and workshops CommUNITY Stage: Reflects this unifying principle and showcases the diverse musical talents of contemporary artists with a global reach. Activities: International Bazaar: Cultural artifacts, multi-ethnic cuisine, community organizations and more! CommUNITY Pavilion: Rides, interactive games, children’s activities, and family-friendly performances, free health screenings, information on healthy living and refreshments Prayer Area: A quiet space open all day for meditation, reflection and prayer http://imanstreets.org/2013/ Map link: http://imanstreets.org/2010/info/getting-here-cta-parking

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