Member Since: 10/02/2007
Band Website: myspace.com/mtzionsoundsystem
Band Members:..Founded by singer-songwriter/guitar player Saskia Pretorius, Mt. Zion Soundsystem is a reggae band with the heartfelt mission of spreading wisdom, love, and healing. Saskia, originally from the Milwaukee area, has been performing locally, nationally, and internationally for the past 16 years. While living in Berlin, Germany for five years, she toured extensively in Europe. She also spent time in Israel, parts of Africa, Texas, California and Jamaica. Her lilting voice has an authenticity that brings the wisdom of her lyrics directly to the listener, accentuated by her steady rhythm guitar playing. The live band has a solid rhythm section made up of St. Patrice Nassalang from Senegal, West Africa on drums and the legendary David Robinson from Jamaica on bass, guitar, and vocals. Miriam Levie's tight vocal harmonies and fluid flute solos bring the sound into another dimension.
Influences: Mt. Zion Soundsystem is not only a live band, but also provides original music from Mt. Zion Studio. The newest release, Mystic Spell is a must for listeners with a desire for quality reggae music
Sounds Like: Click here to buy the new album:Primarily roots reggae with modern dub and dancehall influences, Mt. Zion Soundsystem's focus is on empowering and uplifting music. Based on the idea that there will be NO PEACE TIL WE ALL REACH ZION, Mt. Zion Soundsystem was created as a way to bring culture, optimism, and unity to all people. The paradise to which the Rastafarians wish to ascend is known by the name of Mt. Zion.
Record Label: Unsigned