Siama's Congo Roots
Feel-good music from the Heart of Africa
“When we listen to Siama's, "Land of Yangalele" we hear home, Mama Africa. This is very beautiful music everyone can enjoy.”
— Ladysmith Black Mambazo
Back in Africa, Siama Matuzungidi (see-AHH-maw) became a soukous legend, recording his intricate guitar on hundreds or songs and touring the world with popular artists. Now in Minneapolis, his catchy, upbeat songs and musicianship have earned him a McKnight Fellowship and numerous grants and a Parents' Choice Parent Approved award. He and his wife Dallas Johnson (singer/narrator) love performing special concerts and events and sharing his happy music with kids and families. In addition to singing and guitar, Siama plays traditional African instruments like Mbira (thumb piano), Lokole (tone drum) and Balafon (marimba) and he's a mean beatboxer.
“We dig it! A great addition to the family music mosaic! Outstanding rhythms and performances. ”
— Joe and Justin - The Okee Dokee Brothers
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Highwood Hills Recreation Center, 2192 Londin Ln E, St Paul, MN 55119
Siama's bringing a full band for this really special outdoor concert. Check the website for more info as the date draws nigh. Thanks to COMPAS for another great booking. We love COMPAS. <3
Best brunch in the city! - with delicious eats and drinks and Siama's infectious acoustic African music. Siama's Afrobilly is Siama, Dallas & Mikkel Beckmen (on washboard, stompbox & djembe).
Attention State Fair lovers! Siama's bringing Dallas & Tim O'Keefe to play a super fun set of music on our ol' favorite Dan Patch stage so donchu miss it! As an extra added bonus, come, check out our interview at the nearby MPR booth a little after the show (noonish?). See you there!
Siama and Dallas are so excited to be part of this super special event once again! We'll be playing songs in the kids' tent so bring the littles for a relaxed little sing-along and they can shake shakers with us and dance or try playing Siama's cool African instruments like Balafon and thumb piano. This event is so sweet - happy people, great music on the main stage, lots of fun. vendors and great food...plus Siama's music with kids. Don't miss it!
Best brunch in the city! - with delicious eats and drinks and Siama's infectious acoustic African music. Siama's Afrobilly is Siama, Dallas & Mikkel Beckmen (on washboard, stompbox & djembe).
We super love playing this monthly event at the market. In addition to music and shopping and food galore, there's always special surprises for the kids. Bring everybody!
Best brunch in the city! - with delicious eats and drinks and Siama's infectious acoustic African music. Siama's Afrobilly is Siama, Dallas & Mikkel Beckmen (on washboard, stompbox & djembe).
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Dakota Lodge in Thompson County Park , 1200 Stassen Lane, West St. Paul, MN 55118
Siama is bringing a fun trio to play a special set of music in this lovely, cozy venue inside the park. It'll be a great time, open to all so bring Everyone. :)
Best brunch in the city! - with delicious eats and drinks and Siama's infectious acoustic African music. Siama's Afrobilly is Siama, Dallas & Mikkel Beckmen (on washboard, stompbox & djembe).
Best brunch in the city! - with delicious eats and drinks and Siama's infectious acoustic African music. Siama's Afrobilly is Siama, Dallas & Mikkel Beckmen (on washboard, stompbox & djembe).
Best brunch in the city! - with delicious eats and drinks and Siama's infectious acoustic African music. Siama's Afrobilly is Siama, Dallas & Mikkel Beckmen (on washboard, stompbox & djembe).
Best brunch in the city! - with delicious eats and drinks and Siama's infectious acoustic African music. Siama's Afrobilly is Siama, Dallas & Mikkel Beckmen (on washboard, stompbox & djembe).
Best brunch in the city! - with delicious eats and drinks and Siama's infectious acoustic African music. Siama's Afrobilly is Siama, Dallas & Mikkel Beckmen (on washboard, stompbox & djembe).
Best brunch in the city! - with delicious eats and drinks and Siama's infectious acoustic African music. Siama's Afrobilly is Siama, Dallas & Mikkel Beckmen (on washboard, stompbox & djembe).
Best brunch in the city! - with delicious eats and drinks and Siama's infectious acoustic African music. Siama's Afrobilly is Siama, Dallas & Mikkel Beckmen (on washboard, stompbox & djembe).
