From Music for Occupy Taj Weekes & Adowa will contribute to a collaborative effort, inspired by the Occupy Wall Street movement which seeks to  “provide an anthem and rallying cry for the protesters involved in the uprising,” Some legendary names in music and art are voicing their support for the movement, with a music compilation record called “Occupy […]

Taken from New York Music Daily New York Music Daily has composed a list of 2011’s 50 best albums, Nominating Taj Weekes & Adowa’s most recent album, AWSK for a spot on the list. Taj Weekes & Adowa– A Waterlogged Soul Kitchen. The roots reggae star is his usual politically-charged self on this mix of warm grooves and ferociously […]

Taken from the The Morgan Messenger The Morgan Arts Council (MAC) brings authentic reggae poet, singer and songwriter Taj Weekes and his band Adowa to the Ice House in concert on Saturday, December 10 at 8 p.m. The public concert concludes two days of assemblies with Weekes in Paw Paw and Warm Springs Middle School […]

From: The Reef The Reef…Exotic food and drink Worshiping the Tiki pioneers past and present… Making the Tiki and Mai Tai Gods proud. Exotica is our religion. Taj Weekes & Adowa perform for audiences in Boise, ID on August 27 at The Reef. …our live stage has hosted everything from legends of vintage surf and roots reggae  to […]

From: MPR News – Minnesota Today Taj Weekes & Adowa unite a vibrant diversity of sounds with thoughtful, lush arrangements and a finely honed penchant for telling poetic tales of hardship and hope. “I don’t sit down and write socially conscious songs. I write songs about where I place my focus,” Weekes explains. “I grew up listening to the […]

From: Bozone.com If it’s happening, it’s on BOZONE.com! Taj Weekes and Adowa – Reggae Taj Weekes and Adowa will bring St. Lucian Reggae to the Filling Station, Saturday, August 20th. These artists unite a true social consciousness with an unforgettable reggae groove. Blending in elements of acoustic roots rock and afro-folk simplicity, the band’s vibrant sound defies genre […]

From: HoldMyTicket.com Taj Weekes at Top Hat Lounge 134 West Front Street, Missoula MT 59802 (406) 728-9865 Wednesday, Aug. 24, 2011 – Show: 9:00 pm, Doors: 9:00pm 21+ Ages, $5 Taj Weekes & Adowa unite a vibrant diversity of sounds with thoughtful, lush arrangements and a finely honed penchant for telling poetic tales of hardship and hope. […]

From: Culture Works Taj Weekes & Adowa perform for audiences in Ashland, OR at Culture Works on Friday, August 26th. Culture Works is Ashland’s newest performing arts venue and organic vegetarian, vegan and raw foods cafe. Their mission is to serve the community with “conscious” entertainment and healthy food, supporting a lifestyle that promotes infinite sustainability and true vibrant […]

From: Cunningham’s Journal Taj Weekes & Adowa perform for audiences Saturday night, August 13, in Kearney, Nebraska at Cunningham’s Journal Courtyard. Known for “Big Ass Beers,” good times, and great live music, locals flock to enjoy the summer weather outside in the Courtyard with top national touring acts.   What: Courtyard at Cunningham’s Journal When: Saturday, August 13 Time: 12:30-2:30 pm […]

From: Little Village By Weekender When a hurricane comes to whatever town it’s going to hit, there is usually a quiet period when the eye of the storm passes over. You can go outside and engage in fairly regular activities until the next wall of the storm hits. Generally, you shouldn’t do this, but if you […]