Cha Wa
July 25, 2019 12:00pm
“a grand gumbo of singing, intoxicating rhythms, and deep funk grooves that are impossible to resist”
—Popmatters
The spirit of New Orleans comes to MetroTech with the infectious funk sounds and elaborate costumes of Cha Wa. This Grammy-nominated brass band honors the legendary Mardi Gras Indians while building off their vibrant cultural roots, bridging the gap between NOLA street culture and modern R&B. “The term ‘Cha Wa’ basically means ‘We’re coming for you’,” said drummer Joe Gelini. “It’s a Mardi Gras Indian chant […] It’s sort of our rallying cry; it’s how we get our heads in the game on stage, like weapons blazing.”
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Location
MetroTech Commons
304 Bridge St
Brooklyn NY 11201 USA