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The ZYG 808 (pronounced 'Zee Why Gee' Eight-0h-Eight) is a Grammy nominated Soul Poet music maker (musician, composer, producer, vocalist, DJ), and recording artist of Hyper Pop, Afrobeat, and Dance. A leading figure in the Thump & Soul music movement; he is definitely doing his part to bring the good vibes music to the people.
Holding it down as a regularly performing DJ and MC as well as the drummer of the Grammy- nominated soul-funk jam band, The GroovaLottos; The ZYG 808 is also the host of the weekly, streaming dance party and mix show, The Thump & Soul Clap onYoutube, WOMR - FM, and PoeticRecoveryRadio.com
“No matter if it’s the mic, the turn tables or behind a drum kit/ The ZYG 808’s all about keeping the room lit.”
“Music is how I connect with people. Melodies, grooves, beats, and stories play in my head all of the time. Other people continue to make incredible music. I feel a need to share it all, bring the good vibes, and get folks dancing and feeling right.”
The ZYG 808 offers THUMP & SOUL Clap workshops and residencies in lyric writing, performance, and artist development as single workshops as well as 8 and 12-week educational residencies with schools, colleges, community arts programs, and institutions.
Each workshop culminates with a presentation by the participants.
Additional Content:
Hip-Hop Music Video by The ZYG 808
The ZYG 808 - Performing "Explanation" Music Video
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Artist / Creative (Individual)
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Commercial / For profit - Sole proprietorship
Year Founded:
2020
Institution/Business Type:
Artist / Creative (Individual)
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Commercial / For profit - Sole proprietorship
Year Founded:
2020
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Music - GeneralAdditional Disciplines:
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Mashpee WampanoagTribal Status:
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Starting at $100/hr with a 3-hour minimum.Technical Requirements:
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Starting at $1500State of Residence:
MassachusettsMinimum Number of Performers:
1Maximum Number of Performers:
5