Biography
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Born
2007 (age 18)
The Amalgamated are a traditional ska/jazz band, influenced very much by early SKA styles, old reggae tunes, great jazz standards and soulful ballads in the vain of the late 60's. A 10-member ensemble that includes vocals, two guitars, stand-up bass, dual saxophones, trumpets, trombone, keys and percussion.
The band has matured and are leaning to become more serious and recordings are being produced. "Boss Universal" was released in 2012 and nominated by San Diego Music Award for 'Best World Music Album'. The band has a great future ahead of them with a wonderful stage presence that is crowd friendly and upbeat!
They have shared the stage with legendary performers such as: Eric "Monty" Morris, Toots and The Maytals, English Beat, Pat Kelly, See Spot, Dennis Alcapone, The Debonaires, Bad Manners, Derrick Morgan, Hepcat and The Slackers.
The band backed Ken Boothe in 2012 for a couple shows in San Diego and LA. They also backed Errol Dunkley in 2013 for two West Coast shows.
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