Wanyama
2,172 Followers
Never miss another Wanyama concert. Get alerts about tour announcements, concert tickets, and shows near you with a free Bandsintown account.
Follow
No upcoming shows
Send a request to Wanyama to play in your city
Request a Show
Similar Artists On Tour
Bandsintown Merch
Circle Hat
$25.0 USD
Live Collage Sweatshirt
$45.0 USD
Rainbow T-Shirt
$30.0 USD
Circle Beanie
$20.0 USD
Concerts and tour dates
Past
JUN
10
2023
Cleveland, OH
Mulberry's
I Was There
NOV
12
2022
Lakewood, OH
The Winchester
I Was There
DEC
31
2018
Erie, PA
King's Rook Club
I Was There
DEC
14
2018
Chicago, IL
Cubby Bear
I Was There
NOV
17
2018
Chattanooga, TN
HiFi Clyde's Chattanooga
I Was There
NOV
16
2018
Abingdon, VA
Wolf Hills Brewing Co.
I Was There
Show More Dates
About Wanyama
Wanyama is an energizing 5 piece band creating music that entertains the grooves of funk, vibes of reggae, and the elements of hip-hop. With soulful licks and lyrical flow, Wanyama uses live bass, drums, guitar, horns, and voice to cultivate their own experimental sound called 'Conscious Funk For Your Mind!' Formed in Cleveland Ohio, Wanyama has a goal to separate themselves from other musicians, delivering a unique fusion of styles often accompanied by freestyle improvisations, making each show different from the last.
"My first reaction to Wanyama: “Hey they are from Cleveland, OH! I am here in Cleveland, let’s see what they are all about!” Second reaction after listening to their album: Head nodding, body swaying, toe tapping and a big smile. Third reaction: Hitting the replay button when the album was finished (rinse, repeat)!
“Wanyama has crafted a blend of political awareness (with an occasional side of humor), feel good-vibes, life commentary and observation, ska, reggae, punk, funk and hip-hop all delivered in a solid musical package. Released at the end of January, the six man band that created “Cleveland Zoo” all add their own magic in the mix. Tim Sawchik, Charlie Wilson and Brandyn Lowry’s vocals flow in a fresh way which makes you eagerly anticipate what is coming next (Tim and Charlie also play guitar and the Sax). Throw in the amazing bass of Zack Zimmer, drum skills of Niko Yup and the triple wizardry of AJ Therins (piano, synth and keys!), and you have a sweet blend for your ears. As I was listening to the album, I occasionally glanced at the cover and appreciated how they captured the sometimes gritty Cleveland vibe (graffiti art on the side of a brick building that has started to succumb to urban decay), yet added somewhat of an up-beat feel to it.”
-TrueBlue Magazine
"East Coast meets West Coast reggae, blended with roots rock reggae. With a large helping of HipHop tossed in. Mixed with some original flavor. Best served live and on fire!" -Cleveland Scene Magazine
"My first reaction to Wanyama: “Hey they are from Cleveland, OH! I am here in Cleveland, let’s see what they are all about!” Second reaction after listening to their album: Head nodding, body swaying, toe tapping and a big smile. Third reaction: Hitting the replay button when the album was finished (rinse, repeat)!
“Wanyama has crafted a blend of political awareness (with an occasional side of humor), feel good-vibes, life commentary and observation, ska, reggae, punk, funk and hip-hop all delivered in a solid musical package. Released at the end of January, the six man band that created “Cleveland Zoo” all add their own magic in the mix. Tim Sawchik, Charlie Wilson and Brandyn Lowry’s vocals flow in a fresh way which makes you eagerly anticipate what is coming next (Tim and Charlie also play guitar and the Sax). Throw in the amazing bass of Zack Zimmer, drum skills of Niko Yup and the triple wizardry of AJ Therins (piano, synth and keys!), and you have a sweet blend for your ears. As I was listening to the album, I occasionally glanced at the cover and appreciated how they captured the sometimes gritty Cleveland vibe (graffiti art on the side of a brick building that has started to succumb to urban decay), yet added somewhat of an up-beat feel to it.”
-TrueBlue Magazine
"East Coast meets West Coast reggae, blended with roots rock reggae. With a large helping of HipHop tossed in. Mixed with some original flavor. Best served live and on fire!" -Cleveland Scene Magazine
Show More
Genres:
Broccoli Samuari, Edm, Experiemental Rock, Experimental, Experimental Ambient, Experimental Band, Experimental Rock, House, J Cole, Jamband, Jazz, Kanye West, Led Zeppelin, Live Electronic, Reggae, Rock, Rock And Roll, Roots Blues Americana, Sublime, The Grateful Dead, The Internet, The Werks, Tyler The Creator, Vibe & Direct, Blues, Experimental Alternative, Joey Badass, The Roots, Umphrys Mcgee, Anarchy, Anderson Paak, Blues & Rock, Bob Marley, Classic Rock, Dance -, Dead & Company, Earl Sweatshirt, Experimental Jungle, Indie, Jamtronica, Kendrick Lamar, Live Electronica, Phish, Punk, Rebel, Rock And Funk, Slightly Stoopid, Tropidelic, A Tribe Called Quest, Blues & Roots, Chance The Rapper, Dead And Co., Experimental Dub, Experimental Electronic, Funk, Hard Rock, Hip Hop, J Dilla, Jam, John Mayer, Odd Future, Papadosio, Rap, Red Hot Chili Peppers, Revolutionary, Roots & Blues, Shrub, Snoop Dogg, The Free Nationals, Trip Hop
Band Members:
Cookie - emcee, Charles - vox/sax, Niko - percussion, Coda - bass, Whiskey TomCat - guitar/vox
No upcoming shows
Send a request to Wanyama to play in your city
Request a Show
Similar Artists On Tour
Bandsintown Merch
Circle Hat
$25.0 USD
Live Collage Sweatshirt
$45.0 USD
Rainbow T-Shirt
$30.0 USD
Circle Beanie
$20.0 USD
Concerts and tour dates
Past
JUN
10
2023
Cleveland, OH
Mulberry's
I Was There
NOV
12
2022
Lakewood, OH
The Winchester
I Was There
DEC
31
2018
Erie, PA
King's Rook Club
I Was There
DEC
14
2018
Chicago, IL
Cubby Bear
I Was There
NOV
17
2018
Chattanooga, TN
HiFi Clyde's Chattanooga
I Was There
NOV
16
2018
Abingdon, VA
Wolf Hills Brewing Co.
I Was There
Show More Dates
About Wanyama
Wanyama is an energizing 5 piece band creating music that entertains the grooves of funk, vibes of reggae, and the elements of hip-hop. With soulful licks and lyrical flow, Wanyama uses live bass, drums, guitar, horns, and voice to cultivate their own experimental sound called 'Conscious Funk For Your Mind!' Formed in Cleveland Ohio, Wanyama has a goal to separate themselves from other musicians, delivering a unique fusion of styles often accompanied by freestyle improvisations, making each show different from the last.
"My first reaction to Wanyama: “Hey they are from Cleveland, OH! I am here in Cleveland, let’s see what they are all about!” Second reaction after listening to their album: Head nodding, body swaying, toe tapping and a big smile. Third reaction: Hitting the replay button when the album was finished (rinse, repeat)!
“Wanyama has crafted a blend of political awareness (with an occasional side of humor), feel good-vibes, life commentary and observation, ska, reggae, punk, funk and hip-hop all delivered in a solid musical package. Released at the end of January, the six man band that created “Cleveland Zoo” all add their own magic in the mix. Tim Sawchik, Charlie Wilson and Brandyn Lowry’s vocals flow in a fresh way which makes you eagerly anticipate what is coming next (Tim and Charlie also play guitar and the Sax). Throw in the amazing bass of Zack Zimmer, drum skills of Niko Yup and the triple wizardry of AJ Therins (piano, synth and keys!), and you have a sweet blend for your ears. As I was listening to the album, I occasionally glanced at the cover and appreciated how they captured the sometimes gritty Cleveland vibe (graffiti art on the side of a brick building that has started to succumb to urban decay), yet added somewhat of an up-beat feel to it.”
-TrueBlue Magazine
"East Coast meets West Coast reggae, blended with roots rock reggae. With a large helping of HipHop tossed in. Mixed with some original flavor. Best served live and on fire!" -Cleveland Scene Magazine
"My first reaction to Wanyama: “Hey they are from Cleveland, OH! I am here in Cleveland, let’s see what they are all about!” Second reaction after listening to their album: Head nodding, body swaying, toe tapping and a big smile. Third reaction: Hitting the replay button when the album was finished (rinse, repeat)!
“Wanyama has crafted a blend of political awareness (with an occasional side of humor), feel good-vibes, life commentary and observation, ska, reggae, punk, funk and hip-hop all delivered in a solid musical package. Released at the end of January, the six man band that created “Cleveland Zoo” all add their own magic in the mix. Tim Sawchik, Charlie Wilson and Brandyn Lowry’s vocals flow in a fresh way which makes you eagerly anticipate what is coming next (Tim and Charlie also play guitar and the Sax). Throw in the amazing bass of Zack Zimmer, drum skills of Niko Yup and the triple wizardry of AJ Therins (piano, synth and keys!), and you have a sweet blend for your ears. As I was listening to the album, I occasionally glanced at the cover and appreciated how they captured the sometimes gritty Cleveland vibe (graffiti art on the side of a brick building that has started to succumb to urban decay), yet added somewhat of an up-beat feel to it.”
-TrueBlue Magazine
"East Coast meets West Coast reggae, blended with roots rock reggae. With a large helping of HipHop tossed in. Mixed with some original flavor. Best served live and on fire!" -Cleveland Scene Magazine
Show More
Genres:
Broccoli Samuari, Edm, Experiemental Rock, Experimental, Experimental Ambient, Experimental Band, Experimental Rock, House, J Cole, Jamband, Jazz, Kanye West, Led Zeppelin, Live Electronic, Reggae, Rock, Rock And Roll, Roots Blues Americana, Sublime, The Grateful Dead, The Internet, The Werks, Tyler The Creator, Vibe & Direct, Blues, Experimental Alternative, Joey Badass, The Roots, Umphrys Mcgee, Anarchy, Anderson Paak, Blues & Rock, Bob Marley, Classic Rock, Dance -, Dead & Company, Earl Sweatshirt, Experimental Jungle, Indie, Jamtronica, Kendrick Lamar, Live Electronica, Phish, Punk, Rebel, Rock And Funk, Slightly Stoopid, Tropidelic, A Tribe Called Quest, Blues & Roots, Chance The Rapper, Dead And Co., Experimental Dub, Experimental Electronic, Funk, Hard Rock, Hip Hop, J Dilla, Jam, John Mayer, Odd Future, Papadosio, Rap, Red Hot Chili Peppers, Revolutionary, Roots & Blues, Shrub, Snoop Dogg, The Free Nationals, Trip Hop
Band Members:
Cookie - emcee, Charles - vox/sax, Niko - percussion, Coda - bass, Whiskey TomCat - guitar/vox
Get the full experience with the Bandsintown app.