OUTDOORS + FAMILY FRIENDLY
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OUTDOORS + FAMILY FRIENDLY .
EVENT: 4-8PM
LIVE MUSIC: 5-7:30PM
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Founded in 2005 as a Fela Kuti tribute project, their aim is to proliferate conscious awareness & positive social change through the vehicle of an irresistibly danceable polyrhythmic trance music they call New World Funk. You'll hear an eclectic blend of influences prominently featuring Fela's proprietary genre he named Afrobeat which takes the listener on a journey of self discovery Fela termed "An Underground Spiritual Game".
Shokazoba devoutly carries Fela's integral intentions of true egalitarianism with respect for everyone's feelings as fundamental philosophies fully reflected in their passionately urges of critically honest crucially topical lyrical messages.
Shokazoba's existence is of a spiritual inspiration rooted in deep meaningful human connections found within the timeless joy of ecstatic heartfelt celebratory dance music.
Voted "Best of the Valley" five times by the Valley Advocate Reader's Poll, nominated for "Live Act of the Year" by the New England Music Awards, winners of the 2017 Valley Music Showcase, & recognized with several honorable distinctions by the African Jazz Review, Shokazoba is currently working on new material to share with the world as they draw ever closer to their 20th year.
New World Funk will likely exceed one's expectations as the compositions are teaming with unrivaled artistic creativity, so be prepared to be absolutely blown away in the best possible way.
Shokazoba aims to provide the most fun you will ever have listening and dancing at a live show in the Pioneer Valley and beyond so do come out to see them soon!
VERNON KITCHEN
As the sister catering company of Vernon Family Farm, VK’s full menu is available at our on-farm events. The menu highlights seasonal, locally grown and raised food—all poultry and meat are pastured right here at the farm!
FARM STORE
The farm store is open during all on-farm events til 8pm. Drop in for drinks, snacks, or some local groceries to bring home with you.
