Natural Vibrations live in Concert

WorldBeat Center and Polynesian Underground presents Natural Vibrations live in concert.

Maybe it’s because both Jamaica and Hawaii lie close to 20 degrees latitude north. Maybe it’s just the island thing. Whatever...reggae, the native music of Jamaica, has always reverberated in the 50th State, influencing a number of artists and bands. None have achieved the level of popularity and acclaim of Natural Vibrations, who incorporate this sound along with the pop, rock, and rap music of today to create their own unique sound. The band formed in 1993 as a group of friends getting together at backyard parties in Kahalu'u on Oahu's Windward side. Today, they are considered one of the most popular bands in Hawaii, with a growing fan base on the Mainland and beyond.

Critics have praised their straight-ahead, no-holds-barred pop/rock/reggae style, blended with their sweet treatment of classic, timeless love and relationship themes. Indeed, their live shows are social/cultural must-see events unto themselves.

Although Natural Vibrations is comprised of six very different personalities, the synergy between them is extraordinary and comes together on stage, creating a dynamic visual/musical experience. Their musical backgrounds are varied...citing influences from Prince and Michael McDonald to “old school” Bob Marley and UB 40. Each member of the Vibes plays multiple musical instruments as well as contributes to the band’s songwriting, and five of the guys trade off on lead vocals, adding to the strength and diversification of the show.