Mambo Sauce

Mambo Sauce—the electric-red mystery concoction that is a staple comfort and must-have of Washington, DC, has found itself a namesake and a sound. Mambo Sauce (the band) brings to life a tapestry of unparalleled musicianship. Although their sound is oft described as mystical, it is undisputed by their vast array of loyal fans that this alterative band looks, feels and sounds like pure, unadulterated music. Mambo Sauce delivers a fresh fusion of old Soul (think Marvin Gaye), new school Hip-Hop, cross-bred with Rock and the deep and thick percussions of Go-Go, the indigenous sound of DC. Mambo Sauce’s high-energy live performance typically begins with the melodic chords of Grammy-nominated musical director and keyboardist, Christian “Chris” Wright. He is solo until joined by the powerful rhythms of a true phenomenon—rightfully coined the heartbeat of the band, female drummer Patricia “Twink” Little. Then bassist, Khari Pratt, alerts the crowd of his dramatic presence, roaring and thumbing along the bass strings, as Guitarist Olu Ramsey produces melodical sounds that infiltrate the listener’s soul. Percussionist Jermaine “Pep” Cole then raps hard on the congas and timbales, stamping the true stylistic link between Mambo Sauce and Go-Go music. Vocalist Alfred “Black Boo” Duncan next takes the mic proving that he is not only one of the most talented and creative lyricists of his time, but also that his unique vocal abilities add rawness to the band. The Mambo Sauce concoction is complete only when the soulful and tantalizing vocals of vocalist Joi “JC” Carter are blended into the mix. It soon becomes obvious that each member of Mambo Sauce is a virtuoso in his or her own right—handpicked for his or her breadth of talent, creativity and musicianship. The band’s undeniable chemistry is portrayed through impeccable sound as they woo their audience with original songs, such as “No Sleep,” “Come On” and “Getaway.” Mambo Sauce’s listeners become one with their music, as their socially conscious lyrics and penetrating rhythms bring the crowd to the very edge of the stage chanting for more. As hailed in the Richmond Times Dispatch in 2008 by Kathryn Stewart, Mambo Sauce’s “music forces you to move. Not just nod your head or tap your feet, the electrifying sound takes over your body.” Mambo Sauce is not only a band, but also a brand and a movement. Their zeal and passion for music is only matched by their commitment to community service. The “Mambo Sauce” brand is widely known to be associated with platforms against prevailing societal issues such as the world AIDS epidemic, homelessness, child soldiers in Africa, and domestic violence; and the band donates their time and talents to local efforts aimed at mentoring and educating youth. The band’s endeavors include infiltrating the international music market and expanding their talents into other entertainment genres. This year, Mambo Sauce gained National notoriety when they accompanied their close musical friends "SOJA" on a 29 city tour. Mambo Sauce's debut album befittingly entitled The Recipe was coined “Album of the Year” by Okayplayer.com. For those still uncertain about who Mambo Sauce is, The Recipe undoubtedly unveils the ingredients of a true masterpiece. For more info on this band, please visit: www.mambosauceband.com. or email mambosauceent@gmail.com