Freedonia - Funk-Jazz from Spain

“Freedonia” it is a group of ten professional musicians which has already conquered the major concert venues and festivals in Spain. In their rich music we can hear the influence of blues legends  Etta James, Marvin Gaye, Jackie Wilson and Barbara Acklin as well as Spanish rhythms, jazz and classical fusions and afrobeat elements. As a Spanish group “Freedonia” distinguishes by spectacular and immensely energetic performances, various critics have a good opinion about this group, it has won numerous awards and however, as the members of the group say that the biggest victory is full concert halls. The group does not concentrate in one music style its repertoire is very broad and covers funky, afrobeat, jazz and rock elements. The main singer in a group “Freedonia” is Maika Sitte with an incredible voice, which tends to be similar to legendary blues singer Etta James. Her slightly rough voice cannot leave any neutral listeners. Listening to these groups concert, you can feel like in the third or fourth decade of the 20th century. But this is only a part of the challenge, which is created by ten inspiring musicians, they slightly leads you through the journey in a music world. 

Freedonia (2012)

Band:

Maika Sitte: vocal

Israel Checa: drums

Fran Panadero: bass guitar

Victor Aceituno: percussion

Ángel Pastor: guitar

Roberto Garcia: keyboard

David Pérez: saxophone

Israel Carmona: trombone

Luis Soler: trumpet

Alex Fernández: saxophone and flute