Barabajaba

Rise Up

“Rise Up” is a collection of thirteen tracks of truly inspiring cross cultural percussion arrangements that showcase the seasoned musicality of percussionists/producers Michael Pluznick and Jesse Seymour. Smooth transitions and clever orchestration add a melodic sense to these ancient rhythms.

This album presents an all star cast of vocalists including Peter De Jesus, Puerto Rican born Priest of Santeria; veteran San Francisco Bay Area percussionist/vocalist Yagbe Onilu; and the sensuous voice of up and coming diva Zahira. In addition, the vocal work of Jesse Seymour and Boaz Martin add ever more diversity to this exciting album, giving a unique atmosphere to each track.

“Rise Up” features a myriad of percussion instruments such as the surdo (Brazilian bass drum), djembe, dunduns and bougaraboo (West African drums), congas, timbales and the mystic sound of the Cuban bata drums.

This CD is a must-have for everyone, and an invitation to move bodies and souls.