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Mojo and the Beatniks

Here comes the psychedelic, blues, funk revival

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Member Since: 12/6/2006
Band Members: Beatnik Matt (Vocals and Guitar)
Oli (Beats)
magic Alex (Bass)
Ralph (Lead Guitar)
Jon (Didgeridoo, Djembe, Trumpet)
Mark (Blues Harp)
Nick (Jazz Flute/Sax/Tambourine)Mojo and the Beatniks are a Sheffield seven-piece that spit psychedelic, funky rhythm oil from the hips in an eclectic array of didgeridoo, djembe, brass, guitar, flute, harmonica, drums, bass and soulful vocals. With a large following in Sheffield and a reputation for hi-octane live performances, Mojo and the Beatniks are guaranteed to get the crowd’s hips shaking.The Beatniks have been together for roughly 2 years (though all members are seasoned performers) and have played at Shamania, the Mind, Body and Boogie Festical, Peace in the Park, Shefstock, Sharrowfest and Freefest as well as over 200 gigs around the north. A British tour is in the making. Get you beatnik soul mojo risin' from your hips!
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Record Label: unsigned
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My Blog

Our Next Live Gig - Saturday 25 October

Next Show:SATURDAY 25 OCTOBERThe Gospel According to King Mojo Presents:THE PSYCHEDELIC SOLUTIONA night of live raw passion psychedelia, funk,jazz and blues and good ol' rock 'n' roll!!!4 Live Bands p...
Posted by Mojo and the Beatniks on Wed, 01 Oct 2008 05:50:00 PST

Link to ’The Psychedelic Solution’ Facebook event

http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=45957265246 Join the group!...
Posted by Mojo and the Beatniks on Wed, 25 Jun 2008 12:05:00 PST

PAST SHEFFIELD GIG - THE PSYCHEDELIC SOLUTION - FRIDAY 11 JULY AT THE RED HOUSE

FRIDAY 11 JULY at The Red HouseThe Gospel According to King Mojo Presents:THE PSYCHEDELIC SOLUTIONA night of live raw passion psychedelia, funk,jazz and blues and good ol' rock 'n' roll!!!4 Live Bands...
Posted by Mojo and the Beatniks on Sat, 21 Jun 2008 08:42:00 PST

Check out this event: Happenings at the Red House - The Psychedelic Solution

Hosted By: King Mojo of Sheffield PresentsWhen: 27 Mar 2008, 20:00Where: Red HouseSolly Street (nr university roundabout)Sheffield, S37AAUnited KingdomDescription:King Mojo of Sheffield Presents Click...
Posted by Mojo and the Beatniks on Wed, 26 Mar 2008 04:44:00 PST

This is Not My Song - A Poem

This is not my songI cannot call it my own,It is not stained by my orphan bloodOr forged from the abstracts of my soul. This is not my songI cannot call it complete,For I am still to find the words th...
Posted by Mojo and the Beatniks on Fri, 23 Nov 2007 08:00:00 PST

Lyrics/Poetry

Caravan There's still enough trail dust risingFrom your last horizonFor you to keep your boot heels honeysuckling onI dont wanna hear you whistling the old pied piper songI've got a rock to my ankleI'...
Posted by Mojo and the Beatniks on Fri, 23 Nov 2007 07:47:00 PST

The Mystery of Nature’s Art - A Poem

For mine senses can themselves receive, I need no prophecy to believe, My sight, my touch and taste rebel Against this shackled mortal cell. All the wonders my earth to reveal, But by my ageing n...
Posted by Mojo and the Beatniks on Fri, 23 Nov 2007 07:43:00 PST

WANT GIGS? King Mojo of Sheffield Presents

Here to revive the vision of quality live music, if you want a gig (bands, djs, poets, visuals, anything creative) or would like to be otherwise involved then get in touch....
Posted by Mojo and the Beatniks on Fri, 01 Jun 2007 05:40:00 PST