Kwame Bediako, Rastawise known as Komfo performs original root’s rock reggae.
Musician/Poet Kwame credits his musical upbringing to his “elders†and the general environment of his home base in Ghana, West Africa, where his roots first blossomed. "There was drumming, and dancing, and of course singing,†says Kwame.
Kwame hits the stage and lets you know that the African Roots Ambassador has arrived. He sings of the joys and sorrows of humanity, never forgetting his humility. The band has performed throughout the USA sharing the bill with notables like Third World, Mutabaruka, Pato Banton, Sonny Ade, Wailing Souls, Sonny Okusun, Tony Rebel, and in 2005, the prestigious Montreal Reggae Festival. Kwame has been the recipient of many industry awards and honorable mentions including: Martin International's Chicago Reggae Music Awards "Best Artist" and "Most Culture-Oriented Band".
To educate and entertain, Kwame incorporates his heritage into the performance. "I feel education goes beyond the classroom. We bring culture to the people. We teach knowledge of the self," he said. Kwame has the advantage of dual residency, which enables him to keep his finger on the vibrant pulse of reggae music here in the US and throughout the Diaspora. Kwame and Wan-Afrika are reflective of a universal harmony. Bringing people together through music.
In June of 2000, Kwame released "How Sweet It Is." This critically acclaimed CD has been featured on WNUR, KCRW, WHPK, WLUW, and KRCL to name a few. Kwame's 2004 release "O.A.U." features guest guitarist Junior Marvin of the Wailers.
Look for Kwame’s upcoming Summer 2008 release “Forward Everâ€. For further information and CD's for sale, contact Wan Afrika Productions by phone: 773-761-7493, e-mail at [email protected], www.kwamereggae.com.
Kwame is available for campus and community engagements throughout the World.
MISSION STATEMENT
ASANTE NYABINGHI WARRIOR KWAME was born almost an half a century ago on the continent of Afrika amongst drumming, dancing and folklore.
“Rid dim was a uniting force and music our panacea to all things, happy and gloom"
“Yeah, I man stand Rastafarian from creationâ€
Kwame’s traditional style of Roots and Culture is a wonderful and dreadful experience of redemption songs. Music to unite people and nations, through the gospel of Wan-Afrika (One Afrika) which reflects a universal harmony.
Kwame has represented Rasta by delivering Roots and Culture internationally.
