Zion Tribe played its debut gig on Friday, May 29, 1987, at the University of Utah Mayfest, beginning its journey as a musical pillar in Utah with over 700 powerful performances, including festivals, concerts, parties, weddings and clubs.
Internationally known artists needing an opening punch look to Zion Tribe, including Ziggy Marley & The Melody Makers (twice), Pato Banton, Inner Circle, Third World, Steel Pulse, just to name a few.
This band has a heart as well as a beat, contributing their talents to many benefits for non-profit organizations such as Amnesty International, Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, Make-A-Wish Foundation, Utah Special Olympics, KRCL (Community Radio of Utah), Hogle Zoo, The Utah Aids Foundation, and Catholic Community Services.
While it may be unusual for a band to stay together for more than a year or two, the Tribe’s uniqueness is not limited to longevity; they can lay claim as one of Salt Lake City’s only "world beat" bands. A hybrid of musical influences from around the globe comprises the World Beat genre. Zion Tribe passionately plays reggae, Latin, Afro-Caribbean, rock, funk and rhythm & blues in a way that always pulls the audience into their groove. Original dance tunes from their numerous albums keep them on the floor and ready for more.
Zion Tribe consists of electric guitar, bass guitar, drum kit, keyboards, and a female lead vocalist. Two of the instrumentalists also sing lead vocals and contribute to multiple-part harmonies. This basic lineup is also augmented by percussion instruments, giving the band the driving, rhythmic feel associated with Afro-Latin music.
The most recent CD release (fifth), "Subliminal Messagesâ€, features seven tunes and samples their eclectic brew of jazz, rock reggae, funk and blues.
A live performance by the Tribe is always dynamic, energetic, and tight, with plenty of drums, rhythms, singing and dancing!
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